With so many brand options on the market and the latest trend in BMX bikes it is so hard to choose among the best bikes.
Especially for taller people it is more difficult to select and purchase the right BMX bike that suits their height and personality as well as fits comfortably.
But don’t worry, in our comprehensive review we will help you to find the best BMX Bike models especially for tall adults at a reasonable price.
In the below articles we will highlight many factors such as a frame that determines the BMX bike size and its geometry, cranks that affect how easily the bike can be ridden, and brake and many more.
Let’s get started ! 😀
1. Mongoose Legion L100 Beginner Bike
Mongoose bikes have been quite famous for a long while now. They are in the same league as Haro and both are super old bike companies.
Among them Mongoose Legion L100 is regarded to be one of the best and loved BMX bikes for adults and probably yours as well. If you are here for a dirt freestyle bike then these Mongoose Legion L100 is for you.
The Mongoose Legion line features various bikes of differing sizes. The L100 is the largest of the set with 20” wheels, a 21” top tube and an 8.75” bar rise. And it supports Mongoose’s full 4130 Chromoly frames that are known for its lightweight and strong steel as well.
Mongoose offers multiple colors i.e. Light Blue, Silver, and Green along with a removable brake mounts, mid-BB shell, and a 21-inch top tube length.
Both size and strength are easily enough for older riders and the set up is perfect for first-time riders as well.
The bike is perfect for riders with an average height of 5 ft 8 inches and higher. In case if you are smaller than this but still like the Legion then I would recommend looking into the L80 which is smaller and cheaper. Similarly, it features 2.4”
This BMX tire offers complete precision and is highly durable. Additionally, the bike has brake levers and a Chromoly fork and handlebar for maximum steering.
Yes! This bike has everything that you have been looking for in the most affordable price range.
Main Features
- Recommended Height: 5 ft 8 inches
- Top Tube Length: 21 inches
- Full 4130 Chromoly frame
- Alloy U-brake
- 175 millimeter 2-piece tubular Chromoly hollow spindle cranks
Pros
- Available in multiple colors
- Great for solid jumps and stunts at an advanced level
- Affordable and value for money
- Feels very light to ride on
- Part of the bike last longer than expected
Cons
- The packaging is poor overall
- Brake line too short
2. Elite 20″ & 18” BMX Bicycle Destro Model
Elite BMX bikes are trusted by some of the world’s best riders and they are one of the best priced BMX. No doubt this is one of the coolest bikes we have come across.
Every part of the bike has incredible craft and high quality. The newly introduced Destro BMX bike may be one of the excellent mid-level options that is perfect for street, parks, dirt, etc as of 2022. From color to weight the bike has everything that a rider seeks for. The bikes come in a pink color with a super lightweight too.
Besides that the brakes of the Elite are manufactured with a Tektro Alloy U-brake which shows immense quality improvement from their earlier models. Moving towards the frame is designed to bear heavy weight since these are mostly adult bikes.
With an upgrade to the entry-level models, it comes with a 20 x 2.4″ tire. Similarly, the bike has 4 Piece Cr-MO bars that allow high jumps while performing stunts due to the lightweight of the bike.
Key Features:
- Suggested Height: 5 ft 6 inches
- Top Tube Length: 20 inches
- Hi-tensile steel frame
- Tektro Alloy U-brake
- 3-Piece Cr-Mo Crank
Pros:
- Superb design and looks good
- Lightweight and easy to make jumps
- Smooth ridden
- Great quality parts
- Hi-tensile steel used in the frame
Cons
- Grips wear off quickly
- Not meant for small kids
3. Stolen Overlord BMX Bike – 20.75″ TT
Stolen Overlord BMX Bike – 20.75″ TT is another excellent bike that we have crossed. A high-quality BMX Bike is popular for being lightweight and as a durable mountain bike.
Frame of Stolen Overload is hand-welded 1020 Hi-Ten Steel tubes and further integrated head-tube, mid bb shell, top & down tube gussets. The newly upgraded bike comes with a sealed integrated headset, sealed hubs, Mythos pedals, Sumo Guard sprocket & two pegs. Likewise, the handlebar of the mountain bike is integrated with a fictional 4-Stroke 9.00” 4-piece bars.
The stolen bike of 2021 is best for medium height riders who want a more robust bike than Walmart’s basic model.
Overall the bike is perfect for a beginner level bike that is street-ready. For the color option you can pick between the white color option which weighs around 25.5lbs without the pegs. If you’re thinking about buying this bike then this one is quite a good deal for you.
Features:
- Hand-welded 1020 Hi-Ten frame
- 170mm Fiction Zeus tubular chromoly cranks
- Fiction 4-Stroke 9″ 4-piece bars
- 13.75″ chainstay length
- 11.7″ bottom bracket height
- Weight: approx 26.0lbs
- Front Hub: Stolen Rampage fully sealed, 3/8″ ChroMoly axle
- Rear Hub: Rampage 6061 Alloy fully-sealed cassette w/ 14mm ChroMoly axle
- Tires: Fiction Atlas 2.30″
4. We the People Arcade BMX Bike – 20.5″ TT
Moving towards another coolest bike in the town then it would not be wrong to say that the WTP Arcade is another coolest bike in town. The bike comes in different two lengths to suit a taller or mid sized rider.
We the People Arcade is stacked with great parts that will take a beating more than an entry level BMX. The bike has 36mm wide Salt VALON rims and sealed bearings. That provides not only confidence but also comfortability. It is available in both a 20.5” and a longer 21” option. Similarly, the Arcade will give senior riders the ability to ride one of the most popular bikes in our line.
Furthermore, this super dialed bicycle is equipped with 36mm Valon wheels with sealed hubs and nylon hub guards, so you’ll always have a solid and reliable set of wheels under you.
Features
- Frame: 4130 CRMO top and down tube, 1020 hi-ten
- Bars: SALT “Arcade” bars, 1020 hi-ten, 9″ rise (20.5″ tt) 9.25″ rise (21″ tt)
- Grips: SALTPLUS “XL” grips, 155mm length
- Frame: 4130 CRMO top and down tube, 1020 hi-ten
- Stem: SALT “Comp” top loading stem, 50mm reach
- Fork: SALT “AM 20” fork, 1020 hi-ten , 4130 crmo steerer, 26mm offset
- Headset: SALT “PRO” int. headset, sealed bearing
- Gyro: no / holes for removable gyro tabs
- Fork: SALT “AM 20” fork, 1020 hi-ten , 4130 crmo steerer, 26mm offset
- Lever: SALT “AM” alloy brake lever
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5. We The People Reason BMX Bike – 20.75″ TT
We The People Reason BMX Bike features a full 4130 Chromoly frame with a modern 76 degree head tube and super short 12.75” chain stay. The quality of the bike parts is draped in quality from head to toe.
In addition to shorter 160mm cranks, it features a steeper 15mm offset fork, giving it a similar ride to those being ridden by We The People PRO Felix Prangenberg and Dan Kruk.
Apart from that you will get a bike along with a piece of kit. Along with a weight of 12.53KG / 27.63LBS the bike has a salt “Pro” Int. headset and sealed bearing. Likewise, the seat clamps were also more integrated than before. It also has SALTPLUS “SUMMIT” 36mm double wall rear rim, 36h.
Features:
- Frame: WETHEPEOPLE “REASON” frame, 4130 full crmo, tapered SS & CS, with removable brake pivots & guides
- Fork: SALTPLUS “REASON” fork, 4130 full crmo, butted crmo steerer, 15mm offset
- Bars: WETHEPEOPLE “REASON” bar, 4pc, 4130 full crmo
- Grips: WETHEPEOPLE “PERFECT” grips, 165mm, flangeless
- Stem: SALT “ZION” top loading stem, 50mm reach
- Headset: SALT “PRO” int. headset, sealed bearing
- Gyro: holes for removable gyro tabs
