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Precaliber 16 Coaster Brake
A 16″ aluminum frame mountain youth bike with coaster brakes.
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A$399($281)| Weight | 17.6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Steel |
| Wheels | 16″ Aluminum |
| Brakes | Coaster |
Mar 2026 · Carrie Wren
Discover the Trek Precaliber 12, a stable and durable bike for kids. Learn why it may not compete with others in its class.
Aluminum frame
Low step-through frame
Narrow Q-factor
Adjustable handlebar
Sealed/cartridge bottom bracket
Rattle-free chain guard
Grips with protective bumper end
Schrader-compatible rim
Comfortable padded saddle
Quality seat post quick release
Converts to balance bike
Low bottom bracket
Low min seat height below 17 inches
Confidence building geometry
Threaded bottom bracket
Good customer service
Frame warranty
Partial component warranty
Clear written instructions
Easy assembly
No coaster brake or removable option
Short reach brake levers
V-brakes
Easy pull levers
Alloy brake levers
Brake duplicity
Tool-free adjustable reach levers
14 inch wheels vs 12 inch wheels
Crank arm length 71mm (suboptimal)
Gain ratio not in optimal 3.5-4.0 range
Kickstand included (not wanted)
No video instructions
Brakes not pre-tuned
Narrow usable fit range (2.0 inches)
| Frame | Alpha Silver Aluminium, 16" kids' frame size Tire Clearance: 2.25" Colors: Mulsanne Blue; Dark Aquatic; Volt; Pink Frosting |
|---|---|
| Fork | Steel, 16", threadless 1" steerer |
| Bottom Bracket | Square taper, 68 mm, sealed cartridge |
| Stem | Bontrager Approved alloy, 25.4 mm clamp, 15-degree rise, 50 mm |
| Handlebar | Kids' steel, 25.4 mm clamp, 80 mm rise, 500 mm width |
| Saddle | Kids' padded, integrated seat post, with handle |
| Pedals | Kids' Satellite, 9/16 thread |
| Grips | Kids' grip, 107 mm width |
| Crank | Alloy, 26T steel ring, chainguard, 89 mm length |
|---|---|
| Chain | HV410, 1/2x1/8 |
| Brakes | Coaster Type: Coaster |
| Rims | Alloy 16", 28-hole, Schrader valve |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Steel, 100 mm bolt-on |
| Rear Hub | Coaster brake, 18T, 120 mm bolt-on |
| Tires | Bontrager XR1, wire bead, 27 tpi, 16x2.25" |
First added July 5
Last updated June 27
Not listed for 351 days