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
About this model
TAXI YOUTH 16″ completes the Jamis Taxi model. Jamis released 15 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Jamis Taxi bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Jamis TAXI YOUTH 16″ 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 399$. Jamis TAXI 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 579$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Youth bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Youth bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 278$. However, even though the average price of a Youth bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Jamis released this model in 2023, its price was 399$. Comparing the average cost of a Youth bike to this one, you will see that TAXI YOUTH 16″ price is 43.53% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels
The TAXI YOUTH 16″ 2023 bike is equipped with 16″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The TAXI YOUTH 16″ comes 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
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.