Early Rider Limited  Belter 16" Kids' Bike - 2016

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With a belt drive, short-reach linear pull brakes and a hand-brushed and lacquered aluminum frame, the Belter 16 sets the standard for kids' performance bikes.

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Features

  • Suggested age 3.5 to 6 yrs.
  • 6061 aluminum frame
  • Handlebar brakes get kids ready for more grown-up bicycles
  • Belt drive will never stretch like a chain or be gunked up by dirt and grease, making maintenance next to nothing
  • Pneumatic wheels
  • Sealed cartridge bearings
  • At 5kgs lighter than most 16" bikes, that's a big difference to a child.
  • NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability

Imported.

This bike comes with Coast to Coast Support, which includes:
  • 1 year of free adjustments (see more below)
  • In-store bike assembly
  • Pickup in store or curbside
  • Bike experts available at 170+ bike shops
REI Co-op Members get more:
  • 20% off shop services
  • Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)
More about our free adjustments:
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Mountain Biking

Mountain Bike Style

Cross-country

Frame

6061 aluminum

Fork

Aluminum

Crankset

ER aluminum

Bottom Bracket

Sealed cartridge

Rear Cogs

Continental belt drive

Number of Gears

1 gear(s)

Brake Type

Rim

Brakes

Tekra rim brake

Brake Levers

Tekra

Rims

Alloy

Wheel Size

16 inches

Tires

Kenda

Handlebar Shape

Flat Bar

Chain

Belt

Weight

12 lbs. 7 oz.

Gender

Boys'

Girls'

Reviews
6 reviews with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars

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Product Rating

4 out of 4 (100%) reviewers recommend this product

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Brent Johnson
Minneapolis, MN
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Perfect Kid's Starter Bike

9 years ago

This bike is awesome. It took our child about 30 minutes to grasp the concept of pedal biking. This bike is far more lightweight than it's counterparts. For a small child this enables them to really get a handle on the balance aspects as well as building confidence because they can lift it and maneuver it before actually getting on the bike to ride it. The brakes are easy to use even with small hands. Additionally, the belt drive is clean. Little ones are always touching the chain and getting crud from it all over. Plus, it seems less likely to take off a finger! The price seems high to many. I feel that it's an investment in healthy living. The next kid that gets to ride this bike will be as stoked as the first!

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mauser
san diego
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

best kids bike ever

9 years ago

We bought 3 peddle bikes for our ready to ride 3 year old. they are all too heavy that he couldn't balance any of them but he was an expert on his balance bike. The DAY we bought this bike within less than 10 minutes, he was peddling everywhere. it weighed less than him so its only logical that it would be easier to balance and peddle on it straight away. Best purchase ever. The handle brakes and belt are amazing for kids as well. This has been a pleasure to own and our second child is getting his now at age 3 as well. Highly recommend their push bike first as well

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Drbelleville
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars

Great started Bike for kids.

6 years ago

This is great, its light, crank arm length is just right, brakes work well, easy to maintain. I will make note, if you run a lower tire air pressure, the rear cable will rub while the little one is bouncing on the bike on rougher terrain. The pedals that are original are no good when its wet and are a very narrow platform. The seat is harsh on the tiny ones rear end. The seat is not replaceable without a new 25.4 seatpost. Like an SDG Jr. Saddle. Recommend the Chromag Radar pedals. Awesome starter bike in all.

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JimRhino
San Anselmo, CA, United States
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great bike for 4+ year olds with real hand brakes

8 years ago

This bike is the perfect bike for 4-ish year olds. We purchased this bike for our trips to Northern Wisconsin (we live in CA). Our son had the Specialized bike 16" at home. After his experience with this bike on trails in the northwoods of Wisconsin, we decided to bring it home with us and retire the Specialized. The big difference is the hand breaks sized for 4-ish year old hands. This makes a huge difference in being able to control the bike on downhills and just generally. It was so much more natural for our son to use the hand brake than the back pedal. In addition, so many people (Dad's, Mom's, older kids) comment on how cool the bike looks. We highly recommend this bike.

Yes , I recommend this product
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Team Cush
Murfreesboro, TN, United States
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Lives up to the reviews

8 years ago

We bought this for our almost 4 year old son. He has been riding a 12" bike without pedals, but was ready for the next size up. The lightweight frame, balance friendly geometry, short pull hand brakes, and super smooth rolling wheels made it easy for him to maneuver the bike with confidence and zip around with glee. Now, on our family bike rides, we are chasing him instead of the other way around. Hearing his joyful laughs as he raced his 8 year old sister (and could keep up) made the purchase worth it for us. He rode 3 miles on the first outing and had energy to spare.

Yes , I recommend this product
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TheFamilyThatBikes2Gether
Peachtree City, GA
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

The best

7 years ago

If you are a gear snob and want the best for your kids, this is your bike. My 3 year old jumped on the first time and has been crushing it ever since. Light, well-built and awesome looking. This is a serious bike.

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