The Hornit HERO 16 is a premium, good value 16-inch bike designed specifically with the young rider in mind, perfectly suited for urban cycling, school runs, and general mixed-terrain cycling on gentle off-road paths.
Weighing in at a remarkably light 5.5kg, the Hornit HERO 16 is easy for children to control and manoeuvre. This low weight is a significant benefit for kids aged 3–6 years (with an inside leg of 40–51cm) as it helps build cycling confidence much faster than heavier bikes.
As an update to the popular 2021 HERO, the 2025 model introduces a chain drive, moving away from the belt drive used previously. The bike is equipped with a child-focused design that includes the Hebie Looper Chainguard. This is a great feature as it fully encloses the chain, protecting small fingers and keeping clothes clean and free from oil and grease.
While Cycle Sprog hasn’t reviewed this specific bike, we have published a brand overview of Hornit bikes that provides more insight into their commitment to creating quality, lightweight, and fun bikes for children. You can read the overview of the brand here.
The Hornit HERO 16 has been designed to make the transition to independent riding as smooth as possible. If this model isn’t the perfect fit for your child, there are many other excellent options available. We have compiled a list of recommended bikes in our guide to the Best 16 inch kids bikes for 4-5 year olds.