With its bright red color and flame graphics, the Electra Mini Rod 1 16 in. bike will get kids excited to start biking; a comfortable, stable frame ensures excitement lasts through the whole ride.
Wheel Size
16 inches
Number of Gears
1 gear(s)
- With a single speed and coaster brake, the child-size Mini Rod is simplicity itself; there are no shifters and hand brakes to worry a new rider
- Flame graphics on the frame, fenders chainguard and spring-cushioned saddle
- Custom red rims set the look off nicely
- Integrated coaster brake is both effective and intuitively simple to use—just have him pedal in reverse
- Sturdy steel frame withstands all sorts of abuse; metal chain cover and fenders help protect child from grime and moving parts
- Removable training wheels make learning easy and do wonders for a child's confidence
- Ergonomic saddle helps balance the child atop the bike in comfort; handlebar design accommodates an upright ride and enhances control
- Wide balloon tires enhance stability and traction
- NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability
Imported.
This bike comes with Coast to Coast Support, which includes:
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
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New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
| Best Use | Recreational Cycling |
|---|---|
| Frame | High-tensile steel |
| Bike Suspension | No Suspension |
| Fork | Uni-crown steel |
| Crankset | Classic steel |
| Bottom Bracket | 9-piece loose ball |
| Number of Gears | 1 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Coaster |
| Brakes | Coaster |
| Rims | Alloy |
| Front Hub | Steel 36h |
| Rear Hub | Steel 36h |
| Wheel Size | 16 inches |
| Tires | Knobby Balloon 16 x 2.1 |
| Handlebar Shape | Moustache Bar |
| Handlebar | Kids Bullhorn |
| Stem | Alloy |
| Seat Post | Steel Pillar |
| Saddle | Kids Spring |
| Pedals | Resin platform |
| Headset | 1" steel threaded |
| Chain | KMC 410 |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| Bike Weight | Bike weight is based on median size, as sold, or the average of two median sizes. |
| Gender | Boys' |
Electra Bikes
| One Size | |
|---|---|
| Height Range | 5'2" - 6'1" |
| Reach | 38.7 |
| Stack | 54.9 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 44.4 |
| Standover Height | 55.1 |
| Head Tube Length | 15.1 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 67.0 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 67.0 |
| Wheelbase | 117.3 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in centimeters unless otherwise indicated.
How we measure bikes
- Standover Height Standover Height is a measurement from the ground to the top of the top tube, measured at the midpoint of the top tube.
- Reach Reach is the horizontal distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured at head tube level.
- Stack Stack is the vertical distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured to the top of the head tube.
- Effective Top Tube Effective top tube is the distance from the center of the head tube to the center of the seat tube/seat post, measured parallel to the ground.
- Seat Tube Center to Top Seat Tube length is the measurement of the seat tube, from the center of the cranks to the top of the seat tube.
- Head Tube Length Head Tube Length is measured from the bottom to the top of the head tube.
- Head Tube Angle Head Tube Angle is the acute angle between the head tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike)
- Seat Tube Angle Seat Tube Angle is the acute angle between the seat tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike).
- Bottom Bracket Height Bottom Bracket Height is a measurement taken vertically from the ground up to the center of the cranks.
- Wheelbase Wheelbase is the measurement from the center of the front axle to the center of the rear axle.
- Chainstay Length Chainstay Length is the measurement from the center of the cranks to the center of the rear axle.
- Fork Offset Fork Offset, or rake, is the distance from the front axle to a line drawn parallel to the center of the head tube or steering axis.