Trek’s Jet 16 delivers a great ride plus rugged durability and reliability you’ll really appreciate. And, your child will love the cool looks and sharp moto styling. The racy frame and fork are all steel and the components are sized just right for your tyke. It also comes with safety pads, tough tires, heavy-duty training wheels, and a confidence-inspiring coaster brake.
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Option Barcode Manufacturer’s Part Number Matte Trek Black/Lime Green 00768682427248 15740001014 Trek White/Trek Black/Viper Red 00768682427262 15740001114 -
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Pros
- Built to Last (24)
- Stable (19)
- Easy to Grow Into (17)
- Smooth Ride (17)
- Highly Adjustable (10)
Cons
- Heavy (13)
- Quickly Outgrown (2)
- Wears Quickly
- No Need For Tw’s
- Chain Falls Off Alot
Best Uses
- First Learning (22)
- Street Riding (10)
- Light Trails (9)
- Big Kids (3)
- My son loves riding trail
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Pros
- Easy to Grow Into
- Stable
- Smooth Ride
- Highly Adjustable
- Built to Last
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
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I bought this for my 4 year old and he has ridden it many times and it is a huge step up from the ordinary “big box” store bikes that sell for a lot less. I would say it is worth the money and I can easily see my son taking the training wheels off very soon due to how well this bike was made. He feels very comfortable on it. Only draw back on it is the weight which is typical for this kind of kids bike so it is not a disadvantage compared to the rest of the market, just something I wish they would change for little kids bikes as an industry.
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Pros
- Stable
- Smooth Ride
- Built to Last
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Street Riding
- First Learning
Comments:
Kid loves riding it and does so constantly. His first two-wheeled bike was a wooden balance bike, so I expect it won’t be long before the trainers come off. He appeared to be very confident from first ride and learned the foot brakes very quickly. It appears to be easily maneuverable, despite its weight. However, my son appears to struggle to get up even the slightest of grades. I had to carry the bike uphill and through the city streets to get to my car – trust me, it’s heavy. Otherwise, it is a very good investment so far.
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Pros
- Highly Adjustable
- Stable
- Built to Last
Cons
- Chain Falls Off Alot
Best Uses
- First Learning
- Bumpy Driveway
- Dirt
Comments:
highly adjustable training wheels make it possibe for my 5 yr. old boy to ride on our bumpy dirt and rock driveway. chain slips off easily which is quickly becoming a hassle. overall a well built investment. This bike might aviod the growing pile of junk bikes my 3 kids have created over the years.
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Pros
- Built to Last
- Smooth Ride
- Grandson Loves This Bike
- Stable
Cons
- No Need For Tw’s
Best Uses
- Street Riding
- Light Trails
Comments:
Got for Grandsons 5th birthday. Had bike shop remove training wheels. The kid wants to ride this bike all the time.
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Pros
- Built to Last
- Highly Adjustable
- Stable
- Easy to Grow Into
- Smooth Ride
Cons
Best Uses
- First Learning
Comments:
This is my son’s first 2 wheeler (he’s 4), this is the first 2 wheeler he has been able to pedal with ease and we have tried a lot of bikes. Because of the extra weight it is more stable and he feels safe. Just to note my son has an eye condition that effects his depth perception and he is not very coordinated and has bad balance so if my kid can ride this bike anyone can 🙂
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Pros
- Built to Last
- Stable
Cons
Best Uses
- First Learning
Comments:
This bike is being ridden by my two year old son who outgrew another brand of bike. The Jet 16 is well-made, sturdy, and can take the abuse of smaller children. My son zips around the neighborhood on this thing like he is an old cycling pro. Some say the bike is heavy, but you have to consider the riding audience which are small kids who would likely destroy lighter materials. If my two year old can ride this Jet 16 with no problem, yours can too! This is a good bike!
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Pros
- Smooth Ride
- Built to Last
Cons
- Heavy
- Quickly Outgrown
- Wears Quickly
Best Uses
- First Learning
Comments:
Like a lot of the other reviews say, this bike is so heavy. As a result, I think it makes it difficult to pedal up even slight inclines. My son learned to ride on this bike, so it served its purpose, but it’s just an average quality bike – not worth the price premium. Now he’s riding it faster, and he has to pedal it so fast to just ride at an average speed. I’m guessing Trek put a small sprocket on it to compensate for the massive weight. Also, the grips wore out rather quickly and had to be replaced. And not on the ends from being laid down, in the middles where your hand rests. I’m pretty surprised that the grip quality is so low.
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Pros
- Stable
- Smooth Ride
- Built to Last
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- First Learning
- Light Trails
Comments:
This is a good bike. It works well. The problem is that it weighs more than my 56cm road bike with 20 speeds. This thing is a tank. I’d be glad to pay more to get less, if you know what I mean. Another issue is the crank length, I’d make them a little longer for more uphill leverage. Please consider making “nicer” children’s bikes. I’m about to go out and buy a tig welder and a bike jig and make my own. Try and ride this thing up a hill. Well, I have–kind of. I just have to push my kid. He can’t go up the slightest incline and he’s a good rider with strong legs.
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Pros
- Built to Last
- Easy to Grow Into
- Stable
- Smooth Ride
Cons
Best Uses
- Street Riding
- First Learning
- Light Trails
Comments:
This is our second bike in the Jet series as my son moved up from his Jet 12, which is now finding new life with my youngest son. These bikes are bomb proof, my kids take these on light single track, little jumps, trips to the park, camping etc etc. If Trek ever needed a pilot group to test its durability look our way, these bikes have held up! Yes these bikes are a little on the husky side but that is for good reason and by design, they maintain the riders centre of gravity. I’ve seen my kids rip on light weight Canadian Tire specials and you see why Trek built these on the heavy side, the cheap bikes get thrown everywhere, steering and control especially on bumpy sections are all over, the Treks weight keeps them centred and controlled. At times you do wish there was another gear as the kids look like they’re rockin a spin class, but on the other hand do you want to be fussing with gears on a 4 yr olds bike…nah. If you want a solid qulaity bike for your kid then this is a bike you should look at. The price might turn some people away and that s too bad, but I am sure Trek parents who’ve spent some dough on their own bikes appreciate and understand why the cost is a little more. Happy riding everyone!
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Pros
- Built to Last
- Easy to Grow Into
- Smooth Ride
- Stable
Cons
Best Uses
- Light Trails
- Street Riding
Comments:
see for yourself: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pn6QA6SP3vE
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