Squish 16 Kids Bike
A Lightweight First Proper Pedal Bike
The Squish 16 is a brilliant choice for young riders moving on from a balance bike or smaller first pedal bike. Built around 16" wheels and a 9" frame, it is designed to feel light, simple and confidence-inspiring from the first ride.
What makes the Squish 16 stand out is how well proportioned it is for smaller riders. The lightweight alloy frame, short cranks, junior-specific brake levers and simple single-speed setup all help keep things easy to control, so kids can focus on building confidence and enjoying the ride.
Key Features
- 16" wheels with 9" frame
- Lightweight 6061 alloy frame
- Alloy fork
- Single-speed drivetrain
- Tektro Mini alloy V-brakes
- Junior-specific brake levers with reach adjust
- 102mm cranks with 26T chainring
- Fully enclosed chainguard
- Light overall weight of 6.3kg
- Junior saddle and child-friendly fit
Why It Stands Out
The Squish 16 is all about making riding easier for younger children. At just 6.3kg, it is light enough to handle more comfortably than many heavier kids bikes, which makes starting, stopping and steering feel much less intimidating.
It also keeps things simple in the right places. There are no gears to think about, the brake levers are sized for small hands, and the enclosed chainguard helps keep clothes and fingers out of the way. It is a really well thought-out kids bike for learning and everyday riding.
Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | Squish 16 |
| Wheel Size | 16" |
| Frame Size | 9" |
| Recommended Age | 4–6 years |
| Recommended Rider Height | 104–120cm |
| Inside Leg | 47–57cm |
| Claimed Weight | 6.3kg |
| Frame | Lightweight 6061 triple-butted alloy frame |
| Fork | Alloy |
| Headset | 1" aheadset |
| Handlebar | 420mm wide riser bar |
| Stem | Alloy ahead stem, 30mm reach |
| Grips | Black mushroom grips |
| Brake Levers | Tektro junior-specific levers with reach adjust |
| Brakes | Tektro Mini alloy V-brakes |
| Drivetrain | Single speed |
| Chain | KMC HV-410 1/2" x 1/8" |
| Chainset | 102mm cranks, 26T chainring |
| Freewheel | 16T single-speed freewheel |
| Pedals | 9/16" junior platform |
| Front Hub | 16H alloy, nutted |
| Rear Hub | 16H alloy, nutted |
| Rims | Alloy |
| Tyres | Kenda Small Block Eight, 16 x 1.5" |
| Spokes | 14G black |
| Seatpost | Alloy, 25.4mm x 200mm |
| Saddle | Selle Royal / Squish junior saddle |
| Extras | Fully enclosed chainguard |
The Squish 16 is best suited to children around 4–6 years old, with a recommended rider height of 104–120cm and inside leg of 47–57cm.