UA lot of kids’ bikes skimp on tyres – we didn’t. We chose all-terrain, grippy, large volume tyres that work everywhere. Also unique to this bike is the wheel size combination – its larger front wheel rolls better and steers more predictably, while the smaller rear wheel is lower to step over. This ‘mullet’ wheel setup makes the DMR Sidekick one of the easiest kids’ bikes to ride.
Smaller hands need smaller grips. Our new riser-handlebars have a slimmer diameter with soft grips ensure young hands have maximum control and comfort. We also put safety ends on them. How good is that?
Stopping with full control is important. So, we put proper hydraulic disc brakes, front and rear, on our new Sidekick Pedal bike. These brakes work in all weathers, they don’t need any adjustment, and the smaller-size brake levers work so easily that smaller hands don’t need to grab wildly. Rest easy here, these brakes work – every time.
As for the pedals and cranks – a lot of thought went into this area. Shorter legs need shorter cranks and narrower-spaced pedals – not only that, but we also built in easier gearing to get up to a sensible speed quicker, along with smaller-size junior pedals. Also, the whole crankset is noticeably lower than most bikes, making the centre of gravity lower, making the bike easier to control and ride – especially when sat down.
What no gears? Yes. Single speed means zero fuss. Complex derailleur systems can be vulnerable and go wrong. Our single speed setup is also lighter and more durable. Kids at this young age usually stick to one gear anyway. Simple is best.
We’ve also built in a new chainguard design from Hebie – it prolongs the life of the chain, needs less maintenance, keeps any oily bits off kids’ clothing, and is a lot safer. It’s also ISO 9098 compliant, which is another sign of the Sidekick’s premium quality.
When it comes to seating, we designed a simple, padded, comfortable, low, and lightweight DMR Sidekick saddle.
We also added a little safety device called a steering limiter – we’ve put it on the Sidekick so your rider won’t end up in a tangle of legs and dirt due to accidental oversteering. It just works.
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