Trek Precaliber 16 Boy’s 2020
2020 Youth
Estimate price |
239$
Weight | 8.16 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 16" -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Coaster
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Silver Aluminum, 16'' kids' frame size
Suspension Fork
Steel, 16'', threadless 1'' steerer
Drivetrain
Crank
Alloy, 26T, chainguard, 90mm length
Bottom Bracket
Square taper, 68mm, sealed cartridge
Chain
HV410, 1/2x1/8
Wheels
Front Hub
Steel, 100mm bolt-on
Rear Hub
Coaster brake, 18T, 120mm bolt-on
Rims
Alloy 16'', 28-hole, schrader valve
Spokes
14g stainless steel
Tires
Bontrager XR1, wire bead, 27 tpi. 16x2.25''
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Approved alloy, 25.4mm clamp, 15 degree rise, 50mm
Handlebar
Kids' steel, 25.4mm clamp, 80mm rise, 500mm width
Grips
Kids' grip, 107mm width
Headset
1'' threadless
Seat
Saddle
Kids' padded, integrated seatpost, with handle
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 16" |
|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.34 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 183 mm |
| Front Center | 410 mm |
| Rake | 20 mm |
| Trail | 58 mm |
| Stack | 350 mm |
| Reach | 261 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 392 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 70 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 205 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 80 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 299 mm |
| Wheelbase | 705 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 35 mm |
| Standover Height | 381 mm |
| Wheels | 16" |
Model Overview
Precaliber 16 Boy’s is part of the Trek Precaliber model. Trek released 110 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Trek Precaliber 12 Boy’s 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 209$. Trek Precaliber 24 8-speed Suspension Girl’s 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 379$.
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
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Youth bike that is reliable is 278$. However, even though the average price of a Youth bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 239$. If we compare this with the average Youth bike cost we notice that the price is 16.32% lower.
Average weight for Youth bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Youth bike is 11.74 kg (25.88 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
With a weight of 8.16 kg (17.99 lbs), Trek bike is much lighter than average. In short, the average Youth bike weight is 43.87% higher than this one.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork 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 size
As for the wheels, Trek Precaliber 16 Boy’s 2020, has a 16″ aluminum model. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Trek Precaliber 16 Boy’s has Coaster brakes installed. Coaster brakes are among the oldest brake types you can find on a bike. However, if your chain falls off or snaps, your coaster brakes won’t function anymore.