Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 16" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Coaster
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX-grade aluminum
Suspension Fork
High-tensile steel, with safety end caps
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
N/A
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
18T
Crank
High-tensile steel 1-piece, 28T
Bottom Bracket
Threaded cartridge, Non-sealed
Chain
Anti-rust
Pedals
Nylon Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Bolt-on, 20h
Rear Hub
Bolt-on, 20h
Rims
Giant kids 16", Aluminum
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
Giant Kids, 16x2.125
Brakes
Brakes
Coaster
Brake Levers
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy quill
Handlebar
Giant Kids, High Rise
Seat
Saddle
Giant Kids
Seatpost
Steel, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
Animator 16 completes the Giant Animator model. 28 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Giant Animator bikes models from 2017, here.
Model range prices
Giant Animator 12 2017 is the cheapest bike model and costs 220$. Giant Animator 16 2017 is the most expensive one and costs 230$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Youth bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Youth bike is 278$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Youth bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Giant released this model in 2017, its price was 230$. Comparing this to the average Youth bike price, we see that the price is 20.87% lower.
Animator 16 components
Fork material
Animator 16 has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
The wheels on Animator 16 are the 16″ aluminum type. The 16″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Giant Animator 16 is equipped with Coaster brakes. Coaster brakes are among the oldest brake types you can find on a bike. However, they have flaws, especially if the chain falls off.