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 Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
16" Low Standover 6061 Aluminum
Suspension Fork
16" 6061 Aluminum Rigid, V-Mounts
Drivetrain
Cassette
16t Steel
Crank
102mm 3pc Alloy, 28t w/Double Guard
Bottom Bracket
2pc Cartridge
Chain
KMC Z410A
Pedals
Resin Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy 24h Cromo Axle Nutted
Rear Hub
Alloy 24h Cromo Axle Nutted
Rims
Alloy Anodized 24h
Spokes
14g
Tires
20 x 2.125"
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy V-Brake
Brake Levers
Alloy V-Brake
Cockpit
Stem
60mm x 7° Alloy Ahead
Handlebar
540mm Alloy 31.8, 25mm Rise
Grips
Soft PVC
Headset
1-1/8" Threadless
Seat
Saddle
Raleigh Jr. Mtn
Seatpost
Alloy 27.2 x 200mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
Rowdy 16 is part of the Raleigh Rowdy model. There are 11 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Raleigh Rowdy bikes models from 2017, here.
Model range prices
Raleigh Rowdy 16 2017 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 219$. On the other hand, Raleigh Rowdy 24 2017, is the most expensive and costs 279$.
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 an acceptable Youth bike you should know that the average price is 278$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Youth bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 219$. Comparing the average cost of a Youth bike to this one, you will see that Rowdy 16 price is 26.94% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels
The Rowdy 16 2017 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Raleigh Rowdy 16 has Rim brakes installed. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.