Frog 44 Lightweight 16 inch Kids Bike (Made in UK)

The Frog 44 is a 16-inch, single-speed first pedal bike from British brand Frog Bikes, weighing just 6.39 kg with pedals. Frog designed it for 4 to 5 year olds with an inside leg of 40-53 cm, as the step from a balance bike to pedals.

At a Glance

• Category: kids' first pedal bike, 16-inch wheels, single speed
• Brand: Frog Bikes (UK, founded 2013)
• Weight: 6.39 kg including pedals
• Age and fit (Frog official): 4-5 years, recommended inside leg 40-53 cm
• Key parts: 6061 aluminium frame and fork, Tektro C310 V-brakes with easy-reach levers, patented Frog 89 mm cranks, Kenda 16 x 1.5" tyres
• Included: bell, reflectors, mudguards and chain guard
• Best for: children moving on from a balance bike who need a light bike they can handle themselves; children who already fit an 18-inch bike should look at the Frog 47 below

What Problem Does It Solve?

Frog points out that budget kids' bikes are often as heavy as the child, which leads to frustration at not being able to cycle. The Frog 44 uses a lightweight aluminium frame at 6.39 kg, with child-sized brake levers, saddle and cranks, so a 4 to 5 year old can control, stop and pedal it on their own.

Who Is It For?

Frog recommends the Frog 44 for children aged 4 to 5 with an inside leg of 40-53 cm. Frog gives a recommended inside leg for each bike as well as an age range, so measure your child's inside leg before choosing. For a rough height guide, see Jollymap's kids' bike fit chart below and look at the 16" row. If your child is already at the top of the range, the 18-inch Frog 47 Lightweight 18 inch Kids Bike (Made in UK) fits inside legs of 43-59 cm.

The chart is a general reference only; the right size depends on the individual bike's design and your child's riding skill.

The First Pedal 44 is the first in our new and improved frame range. It is the perfect, great value bike for 4 to 5 year olds with an average inside leg of 44cm

We have reduced the weight of this model by using smaller tube diameters and thinner tube walls. The Frog 44 weighs only 6.39kg . Along with this weight saving, we have lowered the bottom bracket to achieve a more ergonomic position on the bike.

One of the biggest temptations is to buy a bike your child will 'grow into'. However, this is likely to have the opposite effect and put your child off bikes and cycling altogether! This new frame has a longer steerer tube which includes a 10mm spacer ontop of the stem. This allows room to move the handlebars into a higher position as they grow.

Another common mistake is to purchase a budget bike but these models are often as heavy as the child and leads to tears and frustration at not being able to cycle. Our lightweight bikes are a great confidence booster and can also be used as a balance bike for a taller child by removing the pedals.

Wheel Size: 16" inch

Why buy a Frog 44?
- Lightweight but sturdy frame making the bike easy to manoeuvre for your child and easy for you to carry
- Tektro brakes with small, easy to reach brake levers. Better control means improved confidence for young riders
- Patented Frog cranks for easier pedalling reduces the distance between the pedals increasing efficiency and comfort
- Reflectors, mudguard and bell included

Frog 44 vs Frog 47

Source: Frog Bikes official product pages (frogbikes.com, Frog 44 and Frog 47, archived versions).

Jollymap Recommendation

If your child's inside leg falls where the Frog 44 and Frog 47 overlap (43-53 cm), Frog's advice is not to buy a bike to "grow into": a bike that is too big tends to put children off cycling. Choose the size that fits now. Not sure? Before ordering, chat with us or message our Facebook page with your child's age, height and inside leg.

Specifications

Frog 44
Brand	Frog Bikes (UK)
Weight	6.39 kg (incl. pedals)
Frame	6061 T6 heat-treated aluminium alloy, seat tube 230 mm
Fork	6061 T6 heat-treated aluminium alloy
Hubs	Quando aluminium sealed hubs, 16 hole
Freewheel	ATA, 18T
Rims	Aluminium, 16", double wall, machined braking surface
Tyres	Kenda K1047, 16 x 1.5" (ETRTO 38-305)
Brakes	Tektro C310 aluminium linear-pull (V) brakes, front and rear
Brake levers	Tektro JL352-RS, easy reach
Crankset	Frog Bikes patented 89 mm aluminium cranks, 32T chainring
Bottom bracket	Neco square taper, cartridge bearings
Chain	KMC, single speed
Handlebar	Aluminium 30 mm riser bar, 440 mm
Stem	Aluminium, 1-1/8", 38 mm
Saddle and seat post	Frog Bikes child-specific saddle (small); aluminium micro-adjust seat post, 27.2 mm
Pedals	Resin platform with reflectors
Included	Bell, white/red bike reflectors, orange/white wheel reflectors, black resin mudguards, chain guard, paint plasters, frame protector patches
Safety certifications	ISO 8098 and CPSC 1512

Source: Frog Bikes official Frog 44 product page (frogbikes.com, archived December 2024). *Components and parts may vary in different production batches. Enquiry is welcome.

"Easy Take" Bike Delivery Service

- Bike 100% assembled

- Easy and comfortable to pick up

- Anti-collision packaging for protection

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FAQ

What age and size is the Frog 44 for?

Frog recommends the Frog 44 for children aged 4 to 5 with an inside leg of 40-53 cm. Measure your child's inside leg before choosing; Jollymap's bike fit chart on this page gives a rough height guide for 16-inch bikes.

How much does the Frog 44 weigh?

6.39 kg including pedals, according to Frog Bikes.

What wheel and tyre size does the Frog 44 use?

16-inch wheels with Kenda K1047 16 x 1.5" tyres (ETRTO/ISO 38-305) on double-wall aluminium rims.

Should I choose the Frog 44 or the Frog 47?

Choose by inside leg. The Frog 44 (16-inch) fits 40-53 cm and ages 4-5; the Frog 47 (18-inch) fits 43-59 cm and ages 4-6, weighing 6.75 kg. Frog advises against buying a bike for a child to "grow into".

Can the Frog 44 be used as a balance bike?

Yes. Frog says its first pedal bikes can be used as a balance bike for a taller child by removing the pedals.

Does the Frog 44 come with training wheels or a kickstand?

No. Frog's list of included accessories is a bell, reflectors, mudguards, chain guard, paint plasters and frame protector patches. Jollymap sells the Frog Bikes kick stand, which is listed as fitting 12-16 inch Frog bikes (Frog 43 to 48).

What brakes does the Frog 44 have?

Tektro C310 aluminium V-brakes front and rear, with Tektro JL352-RS easy-reach levers sized for small hands.

Where can I buy the Frog 44 in Hong Kong?

Jollymap sells the Frog 44 online and in store. To check colours and sizing before ordering, chat with us or message our Facebook page.

Last updated: September 2026