Academy Trooper 16 Inch Bike, White / Black Fade

Academy Trooper 16 Inch Bike, Matte Black

Highlights

Sized for younger riders
Two colour options

Description

The Academy Trooper 16" is built for younger riders getting started in BMX. It's a sensible first BMX for a beginner for the driveway, the local park or a lap around the block. It comes with sealed bearings in the hubs for longevity.

Academy Trooper 16" complete bike
16" wheel size
Suits kids, beginners and younger riders

Features

Sized for younger riders. The 16" wheel size suits kids who have moved on from their first bike and want something made for BMX.
Two colour options. Choose the White / Black Fade or the Matte Black, depending on what they're after.

Specifications

Brand: Academy
Model: Trooper
Product Type: Complete Bike
Wheel Size: 16"
Rider: Kids

Assembly information

Your bike ships mostly assembled in the box. Finishing it takes most people 10 to 20 minutes with basic tools, and the video above walks through every step.

Fit the handlebars and line them up with the front wheel
Fit the front wheel, pedals and seat post
Check the brakes and tyre pressure before the first ride

Tools: Allen key set and a 15mm, 17mm or 19mm spanner for the pedals and axle nuts (bikes can vary between these three sizes). A socket is needed if installing pegs.

Rather have it done? Ask us about extra assembly before you order, or any local bike shop can finish the build for a small fee.

Academy Trooper 16 Inch Bike

Name: Academy Trooper 16 Inch Bike
Brand: Academy
SKU: D04-027C2
Price: 469.99 AUD
Availability: InStock

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$469.99 AUD

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Recommended Rider Height:

96-122cm

Colour - Matte Black

Top Tube Length - 16

Drive Side - Right Hand Drive

A 16 inch bike suits a rider of about 96 to 122cm, usually 4 to 7 years old, on a 16 to 16.5 inch top tube. It is the size most kids learn to ride properly on.

Rider height	Wheel size	Top tube
60 to 91cm	12"	12 to 12.5"
81 to 106cm	14"	14 to 14.5"
96 to 122cm	16"	16 to 16.5"
122 to 147cm	18"	18 to 18.5"
147 to 157cm	20"	19.75 to 20.25"
157 to 168cm	20"	20 to 20.5"
168 to 175cm	20"	20.25 to 20.75"
175 to 183cm	20"	20.5 to 21"
183 to 190cm and up	20"	20.75 to 21.5"
160cm and up	22"	21 to 22.25"
160cm and up	24"	21.75 to 22"
160cm and up	26"	22 to 23"

Sizes overlap on purpose, so personal preference comes into it. At this wheel size the top tube barely changes the fit: go by height, and check they can stand over the bike flat footed.

How to measure

Stand your rider against a wall in the shoes they ride in, heels flat, and mark the top of their head. Measure from the floor to the mark.

Between two wheel sizes? Go up. Kids grow into a bike far faster than they grow out of the fun.
They should be able to stand over the top tube with both feet flat on the ground.

Not sure? Send us their height and we will tell you what we would put them on.

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