Raleigh Rowdy 16 2018
2018 Youth
Estimate price |
219$
Weight | 8.71 kg 
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.
Model Overview
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 2018, here.
Model range prices
Raleigh Rowdy 16 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 219$. On the other hand, Raleigh Rowdy 24 2018, is the most expensive and costs 279$.
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$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Youth bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Raleigh Rowdy 16 price was 219$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Rowdy 16 price is 26.94% lower than the average cost of a Youth bike.
Youth bikes average weight
Youth bikes have an average weight of 11.74 kg (25.88 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Weighing 8.71 kg (19.2 lbs), the Rowdy 16 model is much lighter than average. In short, the average Youth bike weight is 34.79% higher than this one.
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
When leaving the production line, the Rowdy 16 model has 16″ aluminum wheels. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.