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Lightweight Balance Bikes That Make Learning to Ride Easy

Kidvelo makes balance bikes for toddlers through to older children, designed to help kids develop balance, control steering, and gain confidence from their very first ride.

Our innovative 2-in-1 balance bikes take learning a step further. Kidvelo convertible bikes start in balance mode, and when your child can balance and use the brakes, fit the included pedal-kit.

So they can learn to pedal on the same bike they already know and love, while you avoid buying a separate balance bike and pedal bike.

Balance Bikes Designed Around Children

Kidvelo bikes are designed from the ground up for young riders, with lightweight aluminium frames, child-sized components and carefully considered geometry that makes them comfortable and easy to control.

From our lightweight Rookie 12 for little riders to the larger Rookie 14 and Rookie 18 convertible bikes, every model is designed to make learning to ride a bike fun and easy.

Kidvelo Rookie 12 lightweight balance bike

Rookie 12

Our Smallest and Lightest Balance Bike
Learning Progression: balance → steering → confidence
Kidvelo Rookie 14 convertible balance bike

Rookie 14

Convertible Balance to Pedal Bike
Learning Progression: balance → steering → braking → pedals
Two boys riding green Kidvelo Rookie 18 balance bikes

One Bike. From First Balance to Confident Pedalling.

Kidvelo’s innovative convertible balance to pedal bikes make learning to ride simpler. Children start by developing balance and control, then progress to pedalling when they’re ready, all on the same bike. How it Works:

  1. Learn to Balance – Walk the bike along and start lifting feet onto the footrest.
  2. Master the Brakes – Practise slowing down and stopping using the adjustable reach brake levers.
  3. Convert to Pedal Mode – Bolt on the included pedal kit.
  4. Start Pedalling – With balance and steering already mastered, your child can focus on learning to pedal

Designed for Parents. Built to Last.

One bike means no need to buy a separate balance bike and then another pedal bike. Kidvelo’s 2-in-1 balance to pedal bikes are designed to make the transition simple, saving you money while keeping your child on a bike they already know and love.

Young Boy riding a Kidvelo Bike at the BMX track

New to Balance Bikes?

Our complete Balance Bike Guide explains everything you need to know.

It covers sizing, the benefits of balance bikes and simple ways to help your child get started.

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Find the Right Balance Bike Size

The right fit makes learning to ride easier.

Our Kids Bike Size Guide shows you how to measure your child’s inseam and choose the right Kidvelo balance bike based on their size.

Not sure which bike is suitable for your child’s age and ability? See our Balance Bike Age Guide, covering toddlers through to older beginners.

Boy learning to ride a bike without stabilisers

Balance Bike or Stabilisers: Which Is Better?

Wondering whether your child should start with a balance bike or stabilisers?

Discover how the two approaches differ and why learning to balance first can provide a simpler, more natural path to independent riding.

young girl on a red rookie 14 balance to pedal bike. She is riding in balance mode on grass

Benefits of Balance Bikes

Balance bikes help children learn to ride a bike, improving balance, steering and coordination naturally, without the distraction of pedals or stabilisers.

They also have surprising developmental benefits. Gross motor skills improve, confidence builds and they are a fabulous way to exercise.

Discover why they are such an effective way to learn to ride a bike.

Kidvelo Independent Cycling Awards

Award-Winning Balance Bikes, Built on Years of Experience

The founders of Kidvelo have all spent at least 16 years helping children learn to ride and we used our experience to design bikes that make learning simple, intuitive and fun.

Our balance bikes have been independently tested, reviewed and recognised by some of the UK’s leading parenting and consumer awards, including MadeForMums, Loved by Parents, Organic Baby Awards and the Right Start Awards.

We’re proud of the awards, but the best test is seeing children learn to ride on a bike that fits them.

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