Shotgun Dirt Hero Magura - 12" Children's Balance Bike - white

Balance bike for MTB kids

The Dirt Hero off-road balance bike is a scaled down enduro machine specifically designed to open up trails for kids on wheels. The Dirt Hero works with 12" and 14" wheels, it basically offers 2 wheels in 1.

Switching from 12" to 14" instead of going straight to a 16" bike gives your child more time to develop key skills and a love of off-road riding - so they're ready when the next step comes and they've already learned how to brake.

MTB tires for MTB kids

Air filled MTB tires are essential for off-road riding. The deep tread air-filled tires greatly increase grip and give your little shredder the confidence to tackle the trails. Air-filled tires also act as suspension, cushioning bumps and roots along the way for a smoother ride.

The perfect brake for wheels

Learning how to brake before you pedal is an important step in the learning process for MTB kids . Hydraulic disc brakes are the best option for wheels. Not only do they offer more power, but they require far less hand force than V-brakes, making them ideal for small hands. Shotgun has developed the world's first child-safe rotor guard for parents' peace of mind.

Easy to reach brake lever

The Magura HC1 brake lever has one of the best reach adjustments on the market - this means you can adjust the lever much closer to the handlebars than other brakes, a key usability factor for small hands with limited reach.

Features of the Shotgun Kids Ride Dirt Hero - 12" Balance Bike

• Designed for children ages 2 - 3 years old
• 12 - 14" convertible (additional wheel sets sold separately)
• 2.25" pneumatic tires from Vee Tire Crown Gem
• Magura MT4 hydraulic rear disc brake with childproof rotor guard
• Trail-ready MTB geometry and build quality
• 3 x MTB skins (frame protector foils) included

Sizing

• Age: 2-3 years
• Recommended minimum crotch length: 337mm / 13.3"
• Minimum saddle height: 317mm / 12.5"

Specifications

Wheels

• Spokes: 2mm stainless steel
• Lacing: 16x radial lacing
• Front hub: KRS Custom thru axle 100mm
• Rear hub: KRS Custom thru axle with disc brake mount 100mm

Tires

• Vee Tire Crown Gem 12 x 2.25"

Cockpit

• Handlebar: KRS custom. 25.4mm clamp, 19mm grips, upsweep 6 degrees, backsweep 8 degrees, width 450mm, rise 20mm
• Grips: KRS custom 19 mm
• Stem: Forged 6061 T6 aluminum, Rise: 0, Reach 30 mm, Clamp: 25.4 mm
• Headset: NECO H125 Semi-integrated headset (sealed industrial bearings)

Frame / Other

• Frame material: 6061-T6 aluminum
• Head tube: Compatible with standard 1 1/8" semi-integrated headset
• Seatpost: 6061-T6 aluminum, 27.2 mm
• Fork: 6061-T6 aluminum
• Color: Artic Storm, white, matt

Brake

• Brake model: Magura MT4 post mount
• Master cylinder material: Carbotecture
• Brake lever: Magura HC1, aluminum
• Caliper: Magura MT4 - aluminum (OE version)
• Rotor: Storm HC 140
• Hose length: 750mm
• Fluid type: Mineral oil
• Pad: Organic

Geometry

A. Reach - 301-340mm

B. Stack - 312 mm

C. Effective top tube length - 348mm

D. Seat tube length - 155mm

E. Seat tube angle - 65°

F. Head tube length - 83mm

G. Head tube angle - 66°

H. Chainstay length - 267mm

I. Wheelbase - 612mm

J. Bike height - 105mm

K. Seat height - 317-402mm

L. Fork offset - 29mm