Product Description
Discovering the joys and adventures of the outdoors is fun and safe with the Pulse by Kettler� Candy bicycle. This chic bike is sure to spark fond �first bike� memories that will be treasured forever. The Candy sports bright bubbly colors and all the cool features that girls love - and best of all, parents will have peace of mind because they know the bike comes fully equipped with safety features. Removable training wheels, padded handlebar, rear coaster brake, easy step through frame and a enclosed chain are only the beginning to getting the kids off to a safe start. Pneumatic tires, front and rear reflectors and sporty fenders make this bike a very cool ride. For a custom fit that ensures proper posture, the padded seat and handlebar are adjustable. Let the quest for inspiring escapades begin! Nobody�s tougher on bikes than kids, but the Pulse by Kettler� Candy is dependable, built to last and easy to ride. Our new Pulse by Kettler� bicycles, address the way Americans ride. We are certain that you will appreciate and enjoy the high-quality, lightweight components combined with a European �flair� that function in the real world. Our promise to you is years of satisfying bicycle riding and the support of a company who has earned its reputation as a leader in innovation .
| List Price: | $159.00 |
| Price: | $135.00 |
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Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #372764 in Sports & Outdoors
- Size: 16-Inch Wheels
- Brand: Kettler
- Model: KT901-161
- Released on: 2009-02-18
- Dimensions: 39.00" h x 7.00" w x 18.00" l, 25.00 pounds
Features
- Padded handlebar, stem and seat
- Front & rear tire and pedal reflectors
- Removeable training wheels
- Front and rear metal fenders
- Recommended for ages 4 to 8
Amazon.com
Discovering the joys and adventures of the outdoors is fun and safe with the 16-inch Candy bike from Kettler. It sports bright vibrant colors and all the cool features that kids love--and best of all, parents will have peace of mind because they know the bike comes fully equipped with safety features. Removable and adjustable training wheels, padded handlebars, rear coaster brakes, durable aluminum frames and an enclosed chain are only the beginning to getting the kids off to a safe start. Pneumatic tires, a full set of reflectors and sporty fenders make this bike a very cool ride. For a custom fit that ensures proper posture, the padded seat and handlebars are adjustable. Nobody's tougher on bikes than kids, but the 16-inch Candy is dependable, built to last, and easy to ride.
Features:
- 16-inch girl's bike
- Sturdy low step through steel frame
- Hi-Ten painted steel fork
- 1-piece chrome plated steel crank with painted chain ring
- Single speed steel cassette
- Large anti-slip pedals with integrated reflectors
- Front and rear steel hubs
- Durable 12" painted steel rims
- Resilient steel spokes
- Heavy duty 16 x 1.5 white tires
- Fully adjustable screen printed padded saddle
- Chrome plated seat post with QR collar
- Steel hi-rise painted handlebar
- BMX "gooseneck" style stem with padding
- Chrome plated steel headset
- Reliable rear coaster brake
- Front and rear painted metal fenders
- Adjustable training wheels with slip resistant tread
- Recommended ages: 4-7 years old
Specifications:
- Dimensions: 44 by 21 by 32 inches
- Weight: 26 pounds
- Age Recommendation: 4 to 7 years old
- Weight Limit: 153 pounds
- Assembly Required: Yes
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
27 of 29 people found the following review helpful.
Very Disappointed
By T. Pyatt
We paid extra for the Kettler name because we wanted to avoid poorly made, potentially dangerous merchandise from big box stores. We had previously purchased a Kettler tricycle for our child and were very pleased with the German made quality. Knowing that more and more manufacturers are moving production to China, I investigated this pretty thoroughly. I did not attempt to contact Kettler and I wish I had.
When I received the bike and assembled it, the first thing I noticed was the atrocious quality of the welds. Any first year trade school student could do better. The welds are pitted and jagged. If any quality control procedure at all had been in place, this bike would have been rejected. This prompted me to look closely at the box where I found the "Made in China" label.
Please understand that I have nothing against the people of China. They are certainly capable of producing high quality goods. The sole reason any Western corporation moves production overseas is to produce those goods cheaply. The retail price stays the same or increases, and the company makes more profit for the investors.
What angers me is that the country of origin was not clearly identified. Kettler is trading on their previously well earned reputation for quality and substituting slipshod garbage like the Candy model. We paid twice as much for a bike with the Kettler name. I guess there is no other alternative, but if that's the case we'll just go buy the junk at big box mart like everyone else.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful.
Not up to Kettler quality
By Amba
Bought it based on experience with Kettler trike. This item is nowhere near that quality. Look elsewhere.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.
Don't pay attention to the bike snobs
By Stephen F. Ehrstein
I purchased this for my little girl two years ago. It has provided solid and frequent use since then. Yes, it is made in China, but, yes, it also costs the same as other big box models. So the moral there is: at this price point Chinese is what you're going to get. If you want the uber-crafted Germanoexperience that your snooty bikesnobbery requires then you're going to have to drop some coin, otherwise quit complaining. The welds are not atrocious - they are not ragged and they have held up just fine. The paint job is attractive and has proved similarly rugged - though this bike lives in a garage when not in use. I have no idea how a permanent home out of doors would treat it. One big plus is that the bike is substantially lighter than equivalent 16 inch bikes out there - which for a small child is no small advantage. My only quibble is that the vinyl covers on the pads cracked and fell apart pretty quickly.
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