The other thing to consider when buying a balance bike for a very young child is how much the bike weighs. A heavier balance bike will be difficult for young children to control. Look for a lightweight balance bike. Ideally a balance bike should weigh no more than a 1/3 of a child's body weight. How Does a 1 Year Old Learn How To Ride a Balance Bike? months is probably the youngest age for a proper balance bike. The smallest balance bikes on the market for kids is the Strider and the Y Velo junior which are marketed for little ones from aged 18 months. Having said this, not every 18 month old will be able to ride a balance bike. To ride a balance bike a 1 year old baby needs to be a confident walker.

The Kinderfeets tiny tots balance bike is a small eco-friendly wooden trike that converts to a bike. The saddle is 22.5 cm high, so it's one of the smallest balance bikes out there. When kids are ready, it can easily be adjusted to 28.5 cm. The bike caters for young children from 1 year old who are at least 75cm tall. Baby bikes don’t have set sizes. Instead, manufacturers state the seat height and what age they’re suitable for. Because of this, we suggest you measure your little one’s height and inseam before buying.This is perfect for very young riders with a minimum height seat of 10.5 inches making it great for kids as young as 18 months. The XJD balance bike is ideal for children aged 10 to 24 months. It’s one of the smallest baby bikes on the market today, suitable for early walkers or late crawlers. Your little one should love riding this bike. The handlebar is optimized for small hands and fitted with BPA-free, EVA foam material. There’s also a turn limiter, preventing sharp turns and tumbles. You’ll likely appreciate the bike’s sturdiness. It’s constructed with a durable frame, strong enough to ride outdoors. It features double tires, two front and two rear — stabilizing the bike, preventing tumbles and falls.

It has a built in steer limiter. This keeps young kids who are learning to ride from over rotating their bars and crashing. The Scoot Around features an adorable design that is basic yet highly functional. Hape ensured the right height for optimal space to scoot with the legs. Your little one may even be able to build up some speed, so make sure they wear a helmet.For the coolest of toddlers, we present the Scoot About from Radio Flyer. Radio Flyer is famous for creating iconic bikes for children of all ages. It’s the balance bike’s close cousin, featuring three wheels — two at the front, one in the rear. It’s suitable for babies aged 10 to 24 months and has a low step-through frame. It’s incredibly lightweight, weighing approximately 4 pounds. Because of the featherweight, your little one can build up a good speed while still being able to control it.