The Prevelo Zulu Four has many great features and components designed for 7-11 year old youth riders who are looking for an aggressive trail worthy bike. The Prevelo Zulu Four is designed specifically for kids, with a lightweight frame and a geometry that makes it easy for kids to ride. The bike also has adjustable handlebars and seat, making it comfortable for kids of different heights and it has a fun and attractive design, with bright colors and graphics that appeal to kids.
Below are the specs on the Prevelo Zulu Four as well as some other bikes to consider:
| Component / Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Frame | Lightweight 6061 aluminum frame with tapered head tube |
| Fork | RockShox Recon RL 120mm travel fork with lockout and rebound adjustment |
| Wheels | 24" wheels with alloy rims and Maxxis Maxx Daddy tires |
| Drivetrain | SRAM SX Eagle 1x12 drivetrain with 30T chainring |
| Shifter | SRAM SX Eagle trigger shifter |
| Rear derailleur | SRAM SX Eagle rear derailleur |
| Brakes | Tektro HD-M276 hydraulic disc brakes |
| Brake levers | Tektro HD-M276 hydraulic brake levers |
| Crankset | Prowheel forged alloy crankset with 30T narrow-wide chainring |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1210 11-50T cassette |
| Chain | SRAM SX Eagle chain |
| Bottom bracket | Threaded, sealed cartridge bottom bracket |
| Headset | Sealed cartridge headset |
| Handlebar | Lightweight alloy handlebar with 30mm rise |
| Stem | Forged alloy stem with 50mm length and 7-degree rise |
| Grips | Velo Kraton rubber grips |
| Saddle | Prevelo custom-designed saddle |
| Seatpost | Lightweight alloy seatpost with 30.9mm diameter |
| Pedals | Flat pedals with sealed bearings and nylon body |
| Weight | Approximately 23.2 pounds |
| Recommended age range | 8 to 11 years old |
| Recommended height | 49 to 60 inches |
| Colors | Blue, green, orange, purple |
Price: $1049
When considering the Prevelo Zulu four 24" Mountain bike you'll want to take into consideration additional models from the Ready, Set, Pedal 24" Collection that match up closely to it. Here are a few of our favorites:
Diamondback Sync'r 24 MTB Kids Bike
The Diamondback Sync'r 24" Mountain bike has a similar set of components at a lower price point than the Prevelo Zulu Four 24". The Diamondback Sync'r presents a best bang for the buck at only $799. With a 12 speed drivetrain makes this bike much easier to pedal up than the competition.
Diamondback Sync'r Specs:
| FRAME | 6061-T6 Aluminum Jr-24" Frame, Formed Tubing, Disc Specific w/ Replaceable Hanger |
| FORK | SR Suntour XCM Boost 24" w/ 80mm Travel, 28mm Stanchions, 110x15mm Thru-Axle, w/ Preload Adjust |
| HEADSET | FSA IS-3/NO.11 Integrated Style |
| CRANKS | SRAM SX Eagle w/ Steel 30T "Narrow Wide" |
| BOTTOM BRACKET | Truvativ Powerspline |
| FRONT DERAILLEUR | N/A |
| REAR DERAILLEUR | SRAM SX Eagle 12 Speed |
| SHIFTER | SRAM SX Eagle, Trigger, 12 Speed |
| COGSET (CASSETTE/FREEWHEEL) | SRAM SX 12 Speed 11-50T |
| CHAIN | SRAM SX 12 Speed |
| FRONT HUB | 32h Aluminum 100x15mm Thru-axle, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, w/ CNC Disc Mount |
| REAR HUB | 32h Aluminum Boost 142x12mm Thru-axle, 2 Sealed Cartridge Bearing, for SRAM XD w/ CNC Disc Mount |
| SPOKES | 14g Stainless Steel |
| RIMS | Diamondback SL-240 Doublewall, 32h, Tubeless Compatible Rim, Not Taped |
| TIRES | Vee Tire Crown Gem 24x2.6" Tires, Non Tubeless Tire |
| BRAKES | Shimano MT200 |
| BRAKE LEVERS | Shimano MT200 |
| PEDALS | DB4L Aluminum Platform |
| HANDLEBAR | Diamondback, 720mm Wide, 15mm Rise, 31.8 Bar Bore |
| GRIPS | DB "Flanged" 135mm Silcone |
| STEM | Diamondback "Shortie", 45mm Reach, 31.8 Bar Bore |
| SEAT | DB Sync'r Jr. Saddle |
| SEATPOST | DB Aluminum Micro Adjust, 30.9mm |
| EXTRAS | Tool Kit, Tubeless Compatible Rims, will need to update to Tubeless Compatible Tires, Tubeless Valves, Tubeless Rim Tape and add Sealant |
Frog 62 24" MTB
Another Bike to consider when looking at aggressive trail 24" kids bike is the Frog 62 24" Mountain bike. The Lightweight frog comes with 100mm air shock with lockout, quick release seat post. It's nimble and fast. A Great bike for any 7-11 year old rider.
Frog 26 MTB Specifications
| Approx Age | 8-10 |
| Wheel Size | 24" |
| Colour | Dark Grey,Metallic Grey-Neon Blue,Neon Red,Orange,Purple,Red |
| Bike Weight | 11.3 kg / 24.91 lbs |
| Frame | 6061 T6 heat treated, aluminium alloy, seat tube 12.5" (317mm) |
| Fork | Frog Bikes junior specific 24" air suspension fork with lockout and damping control, 65mm travel Our forks are manufactured for child weight learn more here |
| Crank Set | Frog Bikes patented aluminium straight arm cranks with double chain guard, 127mm, steel 32t chainring |
| Bottom Bracket | Neco, square taper, 68/107.5, cartridge bearings |
| Front Hub | KT-SN3F, high performance aluminium disc hub, sealed cartridge bearings, QR, 24 hole, 6 bolt |
| Rear Hub | KT-SN3R, high performance aluminium disc hub, sealed cartridge bearings, QR, 24 hole, 6 bolt |
| Cassette/Free wheel | Shimano Alivio HG-400, 9-speed, 12-36t |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Acera RD-M3000 Shadow RD, 9-speed |
| Chain | KMC, 9-speed |
| Rim | Aluminium, 24x1.5, double wall, disc-specific |
| Seat Post | Aluminium, micro adjust, 27.2mm |
| Seat Clamp | Aluminium, QR |
| Saddle | Frog Bikes junior specific slimline saddle (small) |
| Headset | Neco, 1"1/8 semi-integrated threadless with sealed cartridge bearings, aluminium Frog Bikes top cap |
| Handlebar | UNO, Aluminium Oversized, 540mm |
| Stem | UNO, Aluminium, 1"1/8, 60mm, Oversized 4 bolt clamp |
| Grips/Bar tape | Soft rubber grip with lock ring, 30mm OD |
| Gear Shifter | Shimano Acera SLM3000 Rapidfire Shift 9 Speed Lever |
| Brake Levers | Tektro HD-M282, junior specific 4 finger hydraulic disc brakes |
| Brakes (F&R) | Tektro hydraulic disc brakes, 160/140mm rotor |
| Tyres | Kenda K1153, 24x1.95, MTB, (ETRTO/ISO 50-507) |
| Mudguards | Full length, resin, black |
