The Guardian 16 Inch Bike has a lightweight steel frame, making it easy to control while still durable enough to outlast your kid. Like every Guardian bike, it’s kid-tested to be safe and fun to ride.
(4.9/5) 200,000+ HAPPY KIDS
Easiest Bike to Learn On
Learn to ride in 1 day with 10 years of innovation and development to make the best kids bike on the block.
Ships from our USA factory
(4.9/5) 200,000+ HAPPY KIDS
Easiest Bike to Learn On
Learn to ride in 1 day with 10 years of innovation and development to make the best kids bike on the block.
Ships from our USA factory
4.8 (Based on 113 Reviews)
4.5 (Based on 175 Reviews)
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4.9 (Based on 872 Reviews)
Confidence for kids, peace of mind for parents.
“I have three kids, and taught them all how to ride bikes over the years. With my youngest, we got a Guardian bike. It was like night and day compared to the other two. Within half an hour, she was up and riding by herself. I barely needed to help her balance. She is so happy and excited, and no backache for me!”
-- Emily, mom of 3
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Why Guardian Bikes
Easy to Ride Lightweight Design Learn more about
Extra Safe SureStop Brakes Learn more about
Kid-specific Geometry Learn more about
Hassle-Free Riding
99% Pre Assembled
Go from box to ride in 5-10 minutes, no complicated assembly required.
Try it free for 365 days
We want to make sure the bike is perfect for your family, so we give you a FULL YEAR to test it out.
Quick Shipping + Free Maintenance
Ships to you in 1-2 business days, no long wait times. Plus, get free maintenance for the first year.
Safer and Easier Braking with SureStop
Our patented SureStop Brake System offers your child more control and confidence stopping their bike.
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"Day one, after an hour I could let go for a few seconds and she rode on her own. Day 2, after an hour she was riding up and down the driveway on her own. This bike is amazing!"
May, 2024
Great for New Riders
"This bike has been great! She learned to ride without training wheels in about 2 hours. This process was so quick and painless and my daughter is super proud of herself. I will be buying one for my 4 year old as well!"
May, 2024
Amazing Bike!
"My 9 year old tried to ride 3 other bikes for years and in less than 3 hours she taught herself how to ride. No doubt these bikes are worth every penny!!"
April, 2024
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4.8 Based on 5,143 Reviews
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11/15/2024
Grandude 
United StatesGreat Bike
Bought a 16 inch for my grandson. Customer service was super helpful after the order. The bike is terrific and I have decided that I will purchase more for him as he ages and will purchase guardian bikes for my other 8 grandkids for their birthdays as they grow into larger sizes. Great company. Go USA!! Grandude aka The Dude
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11/14/2024
Stephanie C. United StatesAmazing!
My 4.5 year old son is riding this bike! He had a balance bike since the age of 2 and it helped tremendously. He had a different bike with training wheels for about a month before we got this Guardian bike! He’s a total pro now!
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11/14/2024
Kathie United StatesExcellence!
I was hesitant to order a bike online but after reading the reviews, I took the plunge. This company is wonderful. Once the box arrived I put the bike together without a problem (I'm almost 70 so I'm guessing anyone can do it!). I sent them a photo of a VERY small dent on the display of the gears and they immediately sent me a new part, after I declined their offer of an entirely new bike! My 9 year old granddaughter loved it! I surprised her with it on Halloween so she's already in her costume in the photo. And yes, she always wears a helmet but she was just trying it out in the photo. I did raise the seat a bit more after she got on it and I could see it was a little low. The customer service was stellar, beyond anything I have experienced. They won't leave you hanging!! This is a great company and a great bike!!
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11/14/2024
Gia United StatesAs advertised
Easy to assemble. My 5year old and 6year old learned within a few hours on it. Wish I bought them both these bikes from the start instead of other bikes. Great customer service. One of the 2 seats that came with the bike had minor damage and was replaced immediately!
J
11/12/2024
James 
United StatesGuardian really delivers. High-quality product. Great accessories. Fast delivery. Easy assembly with video instructions. My grandson is so happy and proud of his new bike.
