Raleigh Rowdy 20 2019
2019 Youth
Estimate price |
249$
Weight | 9.26 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 20" -
Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 6 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
20" Low Standover 6061 Aluminum w/Replaceable Hanger
Suspension Fork
20" 6061 Aluminum Rigid, V-Mounts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano TY-21 Short Cage
Shift Levers
Shimano Revo 6spd (Rear)
Cassette
6-spd 14-28
Crank
127mm 3pc Alloy, 36t w/Double Guard
Bottom Bracket
9pc Loose Ball
Chain
KMC Z51
Pedals
Resin Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy 28h Nutted
Rear Hub
Alloy 28h Nutted Freewheel
Rims
Alloy Anodized 28h
Spokes
14g
Tires
20 x 2.125"
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy V-Brake
Brake Levers
Alloy V-Brake
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy Ahead 60mm x 7° 31.8
Handlebar
560mm Alloy 31.8, 25mm Rise
Grips
Soft PVC
Headset
1-1/8" Threadless
Seat
Saddle
Raleigh Jr. Mtn
Seatpost
Alloy 27.2 x 280mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Rowdy 20 completes the Raleigh Rowdy model. Raleigh launched 11 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Raleigh Rowdy 16 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 229$. On the other hand, Raleigh Rowdy 24 2019, is the most expensive and costs 289$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Youth bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Youth bike is 278$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Youth bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Raleigh released this model in 2019, its price was 249$. If we compare this with the average Youth bike cost we notice that the price is 11.65% smaller.
Youth bikes average weight
Youth bikes have an average weight of 11.74 kg (25.88 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Rowdy 20 weighs 9.26 kg (20.41 lbs) and is much lighter than the average. In other words, this model is 26.78% lighter than the average Youth bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
The wheels on Rowdy 20 are the 20″ aluminum type. 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Rowdy 20 has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.