Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 20" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Steel Frame w/ 1-1/8" Integrated Headtube, MID BB Shell, 990 Brake Mounts & 14mm Axle Drop-outs,13.1"CS 74.5° HT
Suspension Fork
Steel 1-1/8" Thredless w/ Tapered Legs 32mm offset
Drivetrain
Cassette
25t Steel Baseline Chainring
Crank
Haro Baseline 3-pc Cr-Mo 8 Spline 145mm - 25t Steel Baseline Chainring
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Bearing MID
Chain
Baseline Chain
Pedals
Poly Platform, Cr-Mo 9/16" Axle
Wheels
Front Hub
36h Alloy Sealed Front
Rear Hub
Alloy 9t Sealed Cassette Rear
Rims
18" Alloy 36h, Single Wall
Tires
Kenda "Kontact" 18 x 2.25"
Brakes
Brakes
Radius Alloy 990 U-Brake
Brake Levers
Haro Baseline Two Finger
Cockpit
Stem
Baseline 48mm reach
Handlebar
Haro Steel Bar, 7" Rise
Grips
Haro Baseline 163mm flangeless
Headset
Integrated 1-1/8" Threadless Sealed Bearing
Seat
Saddle
Baseline 5° Seat/ Post Combo
Seatpost
Aluminium 25.4mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
Downtown 18 is a Haro Downtown model. There are 21 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Haro Downtown bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Haro Downtown 16 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 419$. Haro Downtown 20 2023 on the other hand costs 429$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
BMX bikes average price
If you want an acceptable BMX bike you should know that the average price is 348$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a BMX bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
This bike was released in 2023 and its price was 429$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Downtown 18 price is 23.28% higher than the average cost of a BMX bike.
Downtown 18 components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels size
The wheels on Downtown 18 are the 20″ aluminum type. The 20″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Haro Downtown 18 is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.