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Diamondback Mini Viper Kid's BMX Bike (16-Inch Wheels) | 
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| Brand: DiamondBack
Category: Sports
List Price: $154.99
Buy New: $144.99
as of 9/6/2010 02:34:14 EDT details
You Save: $10.00 (6%)
Rating:  8 reviews
Sales Rank: 6260
Color: Green
Age: 4 - 7 years
Shipping Weight (lbs): 30.6
Dimensions (in): 37.5 x 18.5 x 8
UPC: 791964338765
EAN: 0791964338765
ASIN: B002C8D9KG
Release Date: June 5, 2009
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 16-inch kid's BMX racing bike designed for young riders | | • | Built using same basic geometry as full-size Viper | | • | Heavy-duty steel frame and fork; 28-spoke aluminum wheels | | • | Jr. "mushroom"-type grips; Hi-Ten steel 2-piece handlebars | | • | Recommended for ages 4 to 8; includes training wheels for beginning riders |
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Amazon.com Product Description
Give your kid the gift of BMX racing performance without breaking the bank with the Diamondback Mini Viper 16-inch BMX bike. The Mini Viper is built using the same basic geometry as the full-size Diamondback Viper, but in a compact frame meant for kids just learning to ride. The Mini Viper is equipped with such high-quality features as a heavy-duty steel frame and fork, 28-spoke aluminum wheels, a padded seat, and Jr. "mushroom"-type grips. In addition, the bike includes a set of training wheels to help your son or daughter get up to speed. Specifications: - Geometry: 72-degree head tube, 70-degree seat tube, 15.25-inch top tube, and 12.25-inch chain stay
- Frame: Hi-Ten steel
- Fork: Hi-Ten steel
- Headset: 1-inch threaded
- Handlebar: Hi-Ten steel 2-piece, 20 inches wide by 6.5-inch rise
- Grips: Mini BMX
- Stem: 1-inch quill steel base with alloy clamp
- Brakes: Coaster
- Cranks: 115mm steel, 1-piece
- Sprocket: 36t steel
- BB: Loose ball
- Pedals: Resin platform
- Rims: 28H aluminum, 30mm wide, anodized black
- Hubs: 28H steel shell with 3/8-inch axle (front); 28H steel shell with coaster brake and 3/8-inch axle (rear)
- Chain: KMC Z410, 1/2 by 1/8
- Freewheel: 18t cog
- Tires: Comp III style, 16 x 1.75
- Spokes: 14g
- Seat: DB BMX padded
- Seatpost: Steel pillar
- Extras: Training wheels, 3-piece pad set
Manufacturer's Warranty
Lifetime on the frame, 5 years on the fork, 1 year on components, 1 year on labor for the frame, 30 days on labor for parts
Product Description
Viper performance and simplicity in a compact 16”.
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 8
 Perfect fit for my 3-year-old July 10, 2010
dealHunter
I bought this bike for my 3-year-old son and hoped it would fit him and be something he could grow with. We've had one trip around the block and I can already tell it will fill that role very well. The parts appear very durable, the seat is comfortable, the training wheels are very sturdy, and the bike comes with a chain guard not shown in the photo.
I didn't subtract a star from this bike because it is heavy, and it is heavy. Nor was the subtraction due to the the ever-so-slight wobble in the sprocket that causes a minimally inconsistent feel as the cranks are turned a full rotation. I subtracted a star because there is excessive and unnecessary drag in the drive train and bearings and many of the bearings feel a little "catchy". In an attempt to remedy this, I removed the fork and thoroughly greased those bearings, which lead to substantial improvement in ease and smoothness of steering. I'd like to lubricate the drivetrain, but unfortunately, I can't seem to loosen the nut to access the bottom bracket without destroying the paint. I didn't bother with the wheel bearings yet and I likely won't. I'm not a bike mechanic and don't want to chance wrecking my son's gift the same day I gave it to him. Reducing drag for little riders who are trying to develop muscle and balance all at once would seem to me to be a significant priority; the fact that the manufacturer didn't pay as much attention to this issue as I would like was enough for me to feel mild disappointment with this one aspect.
That said, my son didn't seem to much notice the resistance as he pedaled this behemoth up a sizable hill on our way back home, nor was it enough to prevent him from starting the bike from full stop on almost all occasions as he practiced braking, and to be fair, I'm a little spoiled by my much more expensive bike. My son loves his new bike and so do I; despite my issue, I'd buy it again or recommend it to a friend in a heartbeat.
 Great bike July 1, 2010
Thomas R. Staten
Appears to be up to the quality I expect from Schwinn. Gift for Grand Son
Great Bike, Great Price April 8, 2010
krispin (Berkeley, CA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
If you're like me and you don't feel like dropping $250 on a Specialized or Trek bike for your 4 year old, then the Diamondback Viper is the perfect solution. You might be thinking, "Heck, I might as well buy an $80 bike if I'm going to save money." Big mistake. My in-laws ordered one of the cheap-os for my kid's birthday. Total junk. Sent it back and upgraded to the Viper. It's very solidly built and has quality components. The training wheels are really durable. They're not the flimsy, rattly kind found on cheaper bikes. Yes, overall it's a little on the heavy side, but who cares. An extra pound isn't going to break your back lifting it out of the car.
Great Kid's Bike January 17, 2010
J. Widmer
Very happy with this bike for my son. It certainly is solid and perfect for his size (age 6).
 Too heavy January 2, 2010
Hoss Bogg
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
Not a bad bike, but I was expecting more given that a 20" version with caliper brakes is the same cost. First, the instruction manual is generic.....not that putting this bike together was rocket science, but if OEMs wonder why people don't read owner's manuals, it's because they stink!
I have come to the conclusion that most kids bikes 16" and under are made from depleted Uranium deep in the bowels of the former Soviet Union, and weigh more than the rider. This one isn't an exception. It feels heavier than its 20" big brother.
Great paint scheme and design. It looks much cooler than the normal run-of-the-mill bike that you'll find at your local mass merchant.
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