Freestyle BMX Bike Buying and Sizing Guide

Purchasing a new BMX can be overwhelming with many factors to consider. Never fear, we're here to help you out! We've simplified the process by highlighting the three most crucial aspects to focus on when selecting your next bike. This way, you can make an better decision with confidence.

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How tall are you?

The first thing to get right is the sizing of your bike. BMX bikes are measured in two ways, the size of the wheel (20” is the standard BMX Wheel size) and the length of the frame which is gauged by the top tube measurements. Below is a guide to what size you should be looking for. Note: there is some overlap in sizes as personal preference also comes into the equation.

Rider Height

Wheel Size

Top Tube Length

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60-91cm

(2'0"-3'0")

12 Inch

12 - 12.5 Inch

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81-106cm

(2'8"-3'6")

14 Inch

14 - 14.5 Inch

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96-122cm

(3'2" - 4'0")

16 Inch

16 - 16.5 Inch

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122-147cm

(4'0" - 4'10")

18 Inch

18 - 18.5 Inch

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147-157cm

(4'10" - 5'3")

20 Inch

19.75 - 20.25 Inch

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157-168cm

(5'3"-5'6")

20 Inch

20 - 20.5 Inch

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168-175cm

(5'6"-5'9")

20 Inch

20.25 - 20.75 Inch

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175-183cm

(5'9"-6'0")

20 Inch

20.5 - 21 Inch

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183-190cm+

(6'0"-6'3"+)

20 Inch

20.75 - 21.5 Inch

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What's your skill level?

Next step is figuring out which skill level you’re at. Your skill on a bike is pretty important when choosing a new bike as it determines the strength that the components need to have to handle the abuse you dish out to the bike.

BMX bikes for beginners.

You’re just starting out in the amazing world of BMX. Hopping gutters and doing skids. Generally shredding around your neighbourhood with your mates on your first real BMX.

BMX bikes for intermediate riders.

You’re becoming more comfortable on 2 wheels (or even one) and you’re a regular at the skatepark. Manuals, 180’s and feeble grinds are high up on you trick register.

BMX bikes for progressive riders.

Your riding style and control have evolved pushing you onto more advanced tricks. The locals at the park have started referring to you as a "Mahd Rider" and your bike needs to be able to handle a little more abuse.

What's your budget?

As much as we would all like the latest and greatest custom BMX we don’t all have an endless budget to work with. We’ve split our range of bikes into the 3 main price levels with a brief overview below of why the bikes are priced the way they are.

BMX bikes less than $700.

Often feature Hi-tensile steel or alloy frames, steel forks bars and cranks. Sealed bearing rear hub and single walled rims.

$700-$1000 BMX bikes.

Usually feature more durable part-chromoly frames. Forks with a chromoly steerer and chromoly bars. Chromoly cranks. Sealed bearing headset and bottom bracket. Sealed bearing front and rear hubs.

$1000 and up BMX bikes.

$1000 and up: This is where things get pretty sick! Generally feature stronger and lighter full Chromoly frames with removable brake mounts, Chromoly forks, bars and cranks. Sealed bearing hubs, bottom bracket and headset. Double-walled rims.