Vitus 16 Kids 2022
2022 Youth
Estimate price |
367$
Weight | 6.8 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium -
Wheels 16" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
14"
96cm - 103cm
16"
100cm - 121cm
20"
114cm - 127cm
24"
124cm - 137cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminium, 6061-T6 Aluminium, V-brake, Threaded BB, 3/8” Dropouts
Suspension Fork
Aluminium, Aluminium, V-brake, 3/8” Dropouts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
N/A, N/A
Shift Levers
N/A, N/A
Cassette
DNP Cr-Mo Freewheel, 14T x 1/8" x 1/2", M30 x 1
Crank
Vitus Kids, 102mm Crank Arm, Twin Chainguard, Reduced Q Factor, 28T, 1/8" x 1/2"
Bottom Bracket
Square Taper, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, English Thread, BSA, 68mm
Chain
KMC Z1, Z1 Wide, 1/8" x 1/2" Singlespeed
Wheels
Front Hub
KT Aluminium, KT A16F, 20 Hole, 100mm x 3/8" Cr-Mo Axle
Rear Hub
KT Aluminium, KT 5V1R, 24 Hole, 110mm x 3/8" Cr-Mo Axle
Rims
Weinmann DM30, 16", 20 Hole
Spokes
Steel, 12mm Nipple
Tires
Vee Speedster, 16" x 1.75"
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro JL350-RS, Short Reach
Brake Levers
Tektro JL350-RS, Short Reach
Cockpit
Stem
VITUS 6061 Aluminium Kids, +/- 15 degrees, Length 60mm
Handlebar
VITUS 6061 Aluminium Kids, 19mm Diameter, 25.4mm Bar Bore, 440mm Width, Safety End Caps
Grips
VITUS Kids, TPR Rubber, 19mm
Headset
A-Headset 1 1/8", Loose Ball-Bearings, External Cups, 1 1/8"
Seat
Saddle
VITUS Kids, Steel Rail
Seatpost
VITUS 6061 Aluminium Kids, 27.2mm x 200mm, 20mm Offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 14" | 16" | 20" | 24" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.08 mm | 3.396 mm | 1.2 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Front Center | 444 mm | 461.5 mm | 501 mm | 554.1 mm |
| Rake | 30 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Stack | 307 mm | 323 mm | 369 mm | 458 mm |
| Reach | 283 mm | mm | 308 mm | 328 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 377.6 mm | 392.8 mm | 422 mm | 454.3 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 210 mm | 226 mm | 280 mm | 340 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 243 mm | 294 mm | 332 mm | 387 mm |
| Wheelbase | 687 mm | 755 mm | 829 mm | 936 mm |
| Wheels | 16" | 16" | 16" | 16" |
| Rider Min Height | 96 cm | 100 cm | 114 cm | 124 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 103 cm | 121 cm | 127 cm | 137 cm |
Model Overview
16 Kids is part of the Vitus 16 model. 4 bikes variations carry this model name so far.
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.
Youth bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Youth bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 278$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Youth bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 333$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that 16 Kids price is 19.78% higher than the average cost of a Youth bike.
Average weight for Youth bikes
Youth bikes have an average weight of 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.
Weighing 6.8 kg (14.99 lbs), the 16 Kids model is much lighter than average. In other words, this model is 72.65% lighter than the average Youth bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
16 Kids has an aluminum fork, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels size
The 16 Kids 2022 bike is equipped with 16″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The 16 Kids has 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.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 96 cm – 137 cm (3.15 ft – 4.49 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.