Wheel size and growth room

Kids sizing

Kids Bike Size Chart

Kids bikes are sized mostly by wheel diameter, but inseam still matters because a child needs safe starts, stops, and confident standover.

Find your size
Use measurements to narrow the chart to one or two likely sizes.
Quick result
ft
in

Enter your measurements to see your recommended size, backup size, confidence, and why it fits.

Sizing notes

Read the chart, then check the bike.

Do not oversize too much

A bike with too much growth room is harder to start, stop, and turn. Confidence matters more than keeping the bike for an extra season.

Check brake reach

Children need to reach the brake levers easily from a normal grip. This can rule out an otherwise correct wheel size.

Use the lowest saddle height

Wheel size is only a label. The real fit test is whether the saddle can go low enough for safe starts and stops.

Kids bike wheel size chart

General wheel-size starting points. Confirm inseam, lowest saddle height, and brake reach before buying.

Size

12 inch

Height

90-105 cm

Inseam: Low step-over

Size

16 inch

Height

100-115 cm

Inseam: Check seat minimum

Size

20 inch

Height

115-135 cm

Inseam: Check brake reach

Size

24 inch

Height

130-150 cm

Inseam: Confirm growth room

FAQ

Short answers for choosing a size before purchase.

What size bike does my child need?

Start with height and wheel size, then check inseam, saddle height, and brake reach.

Should I buy a kids bike with growth room?

Yes, but not so much that starting, stopping, or steering becomes difficult.