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.
16 Inch Bike
1181Guardian 16 Inch Bike
Age: 4 - 6 yearsHeight: 40 - 46 inches
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$289
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$249
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SureStop® Brake System
Balance Bike Method Compatible
Training Wheels Compatible
Easy 5 Minute Setup
Why Kids LOVE Guardian Bikes
Lightweight Design
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Award Winning SureStop Brake System
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No Coaster Brake
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Kid-specific Geometry
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Low Step-over Height
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Adjustable Seat
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Eye Candy Decals
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We Make It Easy on the Parents Too
Fast and Free Shipping
Shipping is free, and in-stock orders leave our warehouse within 1 business day.
365 Smooth Ride Guarantee
We want to make sure the bike is perfect for your family, so we give you a FULL YEAR to test it out.
Quick and Easy Setup
Get the bike from box to pavement in 5 minutes. So easy a busy parent can do it with ease.
Customer Reviews
4.9 Based on 1,181 Reviews
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09/06/2024
Jknapp
United StatesNew bike
The bike definitely is light, the training wheels don’t rattle like others have on different bikes. Only negative is that there aren’t pedal breaks, so the kids have to learn to break by using their hand break. Kind of bummed we didn’t know that bc we probably would have went with another brand.
09/25/2024
Guardian Bikes
Hi, Thanks for the message! Great question. None of our bikes come equipped with a coaster brake because it hinders children as they learn to ride. When kids start to lose their balance, they intuitively pedal backward. If a bike has a coaster brake, this will stop the bike, causing children to lose the momentum they just generated. In the past, parents thought coaster brakes were easier to learn than two hand brakes, but coaster brakes present their own sets of problems. This is why we believe our single-lever SureStop Brake System is the absolute best braking system for children. :) Sam @ Guardian Bikes
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08/11/2024
Joshua L.
United StatesNot worth the hype
Bike looks nice but had Issues with getting the breaks to stop sticking which turned my son off of riding it as he gave up and won't try again. I'm hoping he'll try again soon but not sure I'll be able to convince him. Also annoyed that right after purchasing I get code for free lock and pump but had already bought lock.
09/25/2024
Guardian Bikes
Hi, Thank you for reaching out to us at info@guardianbikes.com. If you need any more assistance please contact us between 9-5 central, 7 days a week. We are here for you. Sam @Guardian Bikes
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08/04/2024
Jeff
United StatesNice bike, minus the damage.
The bike itself seems high quality and is what we were expecting, however it was packaged in a way that got a very thick, sticky adhesive on the top of the bike. It looks bad and I still don’t know how I’m going to get it off. There is also a scratch on the frame straight out of the box. Seat also has a tear. The box is in perfect condition so none of this damage happened in transport. This is all on Guardian. I expected better for this price point.
09/25/2024
Guardian Bikes
Hi Jeff, Thank you for the photos. It looks like the bike had a rough transit. I am so sorry. You are covered under our warranty. Please send us an email at info@guardianbikes.com. We will take care of you. Sam @ Guardian Bikes
JW
10/26/2023
Jennifer W.
United StatesNot super impressed
My bike didn’t come put together as well as I expected. Seat needed to be tightened and there’s like glue that I still need to clean off on it. For the price I would have expected better.
10/27/2023
Guardian Bikes
Hi Jennifer! Thanks so much for your feedback about your order! It sounds like the packaging shifted in transit leaving some residue on the stem. We'd be happy to send out a replacement stem or issue a partial refund. As part of the setup of your bike, the seat clamp and seat height will usually need to be adjusted to the right height for your child. If you need any help with that or anything else please let us know! Best, Laura @ Guardian Bikes
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09/02/2023
Kate
United StatesDifficult Assembly
Followed initial instructions and found the wheels didn't move at all. I researched the trouble shooting videos and found the brakes needed to be adjusted. We went with training wheels which I understand is not the intended balance method. Wheels were difficult to attach. Finally got them on and realized the chain was slack. Had to take everything off and try to tighten that. I'm still not sure it's correct. I would not recommend this bike.
09/27/2023
Guardian Bikes
Hi Kate, Thank you for the review. Can you please send us some photos to info@guardianbikes.com? We are happy to take a look. We will also email you an easy to follow set-up guide for the training wheels.
