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Precaliber 12
A 12″ aluminum frame mountain youth bike with coaster brakes.
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$299| Weight | 15.1 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Steel |
| Wheels | 12″ 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 bottom bracket
Low step-through frame
Threaded bottom bracket
Narrow Q-factor
Quality seat post quick release
Adjustable handlebar
Sealed/cartridge bottom bracket
Rattle-free chain guard
Grips with protective bumper end
Schrader-compatible rim
Comfortable padded saddle
Converts to balance bike
Clear written instructions
Easy assembly
Customer service with real person
Frame warranty
Partial component warranty
14-inch wheels instead of 12-inch
No coaster brake or removable option
No short reach brake levers
No V-brakes
No easy pull levers
No alloy brake levers
No brake duplicity
No tool-free adjustable reach levers
Low gain ratio (outside 3.5-4.0)
71mm crank arm length (suboptimal)
Limited usable fit range (2.0 inches)
No video instructions
No pre-tuned brakes
No tool-free training wheel compatibility
No color coded levers/cables
No rear placed kickstand
| Frame | Alpha Silver Aluminum, 12'' kids' frame size Tire Clearance: 2.25" Colors: Flamingo Pink; Viper Red |
|---|---|
| Fork | Steel, 12'', threadless 1'' steerer |
| Bottom Bracket | Square taper, 68mm, sealed cartridge |
| Headset | Adjustable ball bearing |
| Stem | Bontrager Approved alloy, 25.4mm clamp, 15 degree rise, 50mm |
| Handlebar | Kids' steel, 25.4mm clamp, 80mm rise, 500mm width |
| Saddle | Kids' padded, integrated seatpost, with handle |
| Pedals | Kids' Satellite, 9/16 thread |
| Grips | Kids' grip, 107mm width |
| Crank | Alloy, 24T steel ring, chainguard, 70mm length |
|---|---|
| Chain | HV410, 1/2x1/8 |
| Chain Guide | Kids' chainguard |
| Brakes | Coaster Type: Coaster |
| Rims | Alloy 12'', 20-hole, schrader valve |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Steel, 84mm bolt-on |
| Rear Hub | Coaster brake, 16T, 120mm bolt-on |
| Tires | Bontrager XR1, wire bead, 27 tpi., 12x2.25'' |
First added July 1
Last updated June 23