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
Diamond frame design with 6061 aluminum oversized tubing, painted steel chainguard, alloy kickstand (20” only) & training wheels for 16”
Suspension Fork
Oversized hi-tensile steel tubular unicrown with leading dropout and fender boss
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
Shimano 19T
Crank
Forged alloy 3-pc crank, 5” arm with 32T chainring (20”) or polished steel 1-pc crank, 3 1/2” arm with 28T chainring (16”)
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge BB, 68 x 116mm (20”) or OPC type (16”)
Chain
Taya 410H-GST, rustless
Pedals
Cruiser platform with heat-treated axles and rustless bushings
Wheels
Rims
Alex X303 36H (20”) or 28H (16”) silver anodized alloy rims with alloy double-sealed front hub, Shimano CB rear (20”) / KT CB Rear (16”), and 14 gauge stainless steel spokes
Tires
Jamis Cruise-control comfort tread, 20”(10”) or 16”(8”) x 2.125” blackwall
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano coaster brake
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy hi-rise, 150mm quill, 80mm extension, with removeable 2-bolt cap (20”) or hi-rise with 130mm quill and 40mm extension (16”)
Handlebar
Jamis Kids comfort bar
Grips
Foam comfort type with full length,extra-thick, foam bar pads
Headset
Standard, 1 1/8”
Seat
Saddle
Taxi Kids design with extra paddding, extra-thick vinyl cover, & single loop springs with bag loops
Seatpost
Alloy pillar style, 27.2 x 300mm, with plugged top, welded seat collar with chromoly QR
Model Overview
TAXI YOUTH 16″ belongs to the Jamis Taxi model. Jamis released 15 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2022, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Jamis TAXI YOUTH 16″ 2022 has a starting price of 399$. Jamis TAXI 2022 on the other hand is the most expensive at 579$.
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.
Average price for Youth bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Youth bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 278$. However, even though the average price of a Youth bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 399$. Comparing this to the average Youth bike price, we see that the price is 43.53% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the TAXI YOUTH 16″ model has 16″ aluminum wheels. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding 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. Jamis TAXI YOUTH 16″ is equipped with Coaster brakes. These brakes are pretty efficient, and they’re not so pricey. However, if your chain falls off or snaps, your coaster brakes won’t function anymore.
Sizes
Jamis TAXI YOUTH 16″ 2022 is available in one size only. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.