We built the Petal AL16 for the kid who's ready for a real bike but still wants their bits and pieces along for the ride. It's got everything a proper first bike needs — low stand-over height, an easy coaster brake, training wheels that come off when they're ready — plus a front basket for the bandaids, the snacks and whatever else comes along for the adventure.

A lighter, easier first bike
The Radius Petal AL16 is a genuine step up from a heavy toy-store bike, built with a lightweight 6061 alloy frame designed around Radius's kids' comfort geometry. It's easier for a 5-7 year old to control, easier to pick up when they drop it, and easier to actually enjoy riding.

Confidence built in from the ground up
The low stand-over height means your child can get on, off and steady themselves without a struggle — a small design detail that makes a big difference to a first-time rider's confidence. Colour-matched removable training wheels give them stability while they build balance, then come off cleanly once they're ready for two wheels alone.

Braking that's easy to learn
Rather than throwing hand brakes at a beginner straight away, the Petal AL16 pairs a rear coaster foot brake — simple, pedal-backwards stopping — with a front caliper brake and short-reach levers sized for small hands. It's the setup that builds real bike control gradually, not all at once.

Comfortable enough to actually enjoy
A super comfortable children's saddle and grips are shaped specifically to minimise hand slippage and keep longer rides comfortable, not something they're counting down the minutes to finish. The tapered steel comfort fork and riser bar round out a ride that's genuinely built for a kid's body, not a scaled-down adult bike.

Ready for pavement, dirt, or wherever the day takes them
16" junior multi-terrain tyres roll easily on footpaths and handle a bit of dirt just as well — ideal for a kid who wants to ride to the park one day and explore the yard the next. And with the front basket fitted, they've got somewhere to stash a water bottle, a toy or whatever they've decided they can't leave home without.

Whether it's their first pedal bike or a step up from a balance bike, the Petal AL16 gives your child a comfortable, confidence-building bike built specifically for them.

Key Benefits

• Lightweight 6061 alloy frame, low stand-over height — easier to handle and easier for kids to get on and off confidently.
• Rear coaster brake + front caliper brake — simple, intuitive stopping suited to first-time riders, with short-reach levers for small hands.
• Colour-matched removable training wheels — builds balance and confidence, then comes off cleanly for two-wheel riding.
• Comfort-shaped saddle and grips — designed to minimise hand slippage and keep longer rides genuinely comfortable.
• Front basket included — somewhere for snacks, toys or whatever they bring along for the ride.
• 16" multi-terrain tyres — smooth on pavement, capable enough for a bit of dirt too.
• Protective stem pad set — extra cushioning where early wobbles and bumps tend to happen.

FAQ

Who is the Radius Petal AL16 best for?
It's built for kids around 5–7 years old taking their first steps onto a pedal bike. The low stand-over frame, easy coaster brake and removable training wheels make it a genuinely confidence-building first "proper" bike.

Will it suit my child's height, or should I size up?
It's designed around the 5–7 age bracket rather than a strict height cut-off. If your child is on the smaller or taller end of that range, pop into the Broome store and we can check the fit before you buy. [CHECK — confirm height guidance with Ken]

Does it come with training wheels, or do I need to buy them separately?
They're included and removable, and colour-matched to the bike. Your child can build confidence and balance with them fitted, then simply take them off once they're ready for two wheels.

How does the Petal AL16 compare to the Radius Dinosaur 16?
Both are built for the same age range with low stand-over frames and coaster brakes, but the Petal AL16 has a lighter alloy frame, comfort-shaped saddle and grips, and comes with a front basket included — the Dinosaur has a steel BMX-style frame instead. Come chat to us if you're not sure which suits your child better.

Is it worth it compared to a cheaper kids' bike?
The lightweight alloy frame, comfort geometry and genuinely comfortable saddle and grips set it apart from heavier toy-store bikes that often don't hold up — or feel good to ride. It's built to actually be enjoyed through the 5–7 age range, not just endured.

What warranty does it come with?
All our bikes come with a 1-year warranty from the date of purchase, covering manufacturing defects and material issues under normal use.