Diamondback

Insight 24" Single Speed Complete Kids' Bike - 2015

It's true even of adult bikes: sometimes you want gears, and sometimes you don't. It's especially fun for kids to just hop on and pedal and not have to worry about shifting and the associated parts that can break. Not to mention, training wheels can't be installed on a geared bike. So, if they're just ripping around the neighborhood, or if they're just learning to do so, a pavement-ready kids bike like the Diamondback Insight 24 Single might be just what they need.

The Insight is immediately distinguished from most other youth bikes upon first sight, with a design descended from Diamondback's adult-sized Insight series. The 24's frame is made of a high-quality aluminum alloy that's both durable and lightweight, with geometry that keeps kids' backs and heads upright for easy viewing of what's around them. A high-set handlebar makes this possible, but doesn't raise the rider's center of gravity too high. This, combined with a strong and stiff alloy fork up front promises stability and precise handling.

Ensuring that the Insight's parts are as tough and smart as the frame itself, Diamondback loaded up the bike right. The 17-tooth freewheel in back is reliable and provides a pedaling range that's easy enough for the climbs. Diamondback's own 24-inch wheels wrapped in Jr. Dual Sport tires are likewise tough and puncture-resistant for the same reason, and bestow the bike with great traction to avoid slips or accidents. With extra-grippy Kraton grips and a comfortable DB Jr. saddle, you can know they'll feel comfortably in control of their bike and won't just feel they have to ride it — they'll want to ride it.

The Diamondback Insight 24 Single Kids Bike comes only in the color Black, and in one size. The bike is designed to fit youngsters of approximate heights from 4'5" (134cm) to 4'10" (147cm). Please note that the bike comes almost fully built but needs some minor assembly and tuning out of the box, so we strongly recommend visiting a trusted local bike shop to give it a once-over before riding.