Redline Recon 2016
2016 BMX
Estimate price |
359$
Weight | 12.19 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 20" -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hi-Ten Machined Head tube, Device type 5mm dropouts
Suspension Fork
RL Monster Tapered leg fork
Drivetrain
Crank
100% chromo 170mm 3pc tubular cranks
Bottom Bracket
American
Chain
Z410
Pedals
RL Spec 9/16" Ultra Low Profile Resin Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
RL Spec 3/8" Heat Treated Axle
Rear Hub
Aluminum, Fully Sealed, Chromo 14mm axle
Rims
RL spec 36h Alloy
Spokes
Black
Tires
20 x 2.30"" Park/Street Tires
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro 340 Rear U-Brake
Brake Levers
Tektro
Cockpit
Stem
Hi-Rise Top Load, 50mm
Handlebar
Hi-Ten 8.25 Rise/ 28" Wide 12¡ Back, 1¡ Up
Grips
Monster 151 Flangeless w/Plugs
Headset
Threadless 1 1/8
Seat
Saddle
Monster Padded Combo Saddle w/ 25.4 Post
Seatpost
25.4mm post
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Recon is part of the Redline Recon model. Redline released 5 bikes variations of this model so far.
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.
Average price for BMX bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy BMX bike is 348$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great BMX bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Redline released this model in 2016, its price was 359$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Recon price is 3.16% higher than the average cost of a BMX bike.
BMX bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a BMX bike, we get 10.54 kg (23.24 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Weighing 12.19 kg (26.87 lbs), the Recon model is much heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 15.65% heavier than the average weight of BMX bikes.
Overview of components
Wheels
As for the wheels, Redline Recon 2016, has a 20″ aluminum model. 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Redline Recon is equipped with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.