Kettler Classic Flyer Retro Bike

Bottom Line

Designed to fit kids ages 3 to 6, the Kettler Classic Flyer Retro Bike is a well-built bike that will withstand some abuse. It is on the heavy side, however, making it difficult for younger kids to pedal.

Performance

Wobbly little wheels. Some users complain that the Kettler Classic Flyer Retro Bike has wobbly or unstable training wheels. One Amazon.com customer complains, "[T]he training wheels do not support the bike evenly so the whole bike wobbles, making our 3-year old scared to ride it." However, replacement training wheels are widely available.

The bike is also fairly heavy, weighing 22 pounds. Another Amazon.com customer writes, "This is a very high-quality bike, super sturdy and looks really cool. However, it is so HEAVY that my son has difficulty pedaling it, and he is definitely not small for his age."

Some users complain that assembly isn't easy and describe the directions as inadequate. After the building is complete, the bike is easy to maintain, and parents stick with the Classic Flyer Retro Bike for its reliable use from child to child.

Durability

Heavy duty. Although the weight of the Classic Flyer Retro Bike can make pedaling a challenge for small children, it is a solidly constructed bike. The steel frame will prove durable even under the abuse of the rowdiest kids, owners say. One Amazon.com customer attests: "My 7- and 9-year-old nieces were riding it for fun (way too small for them of course) and it withstood their play so the bike is very sturdy." This is promising evidence of a long-lasting bike.

Customer Service

Fast and reliable. Broken or missing hardware is a common problem when buying this bike online, reviewers say. However, customer service promptly resolves any shipping issues, reviewers say. In one such exemplary case, a customer said a necessary piece for screwing on the pedal was faulty. After emailing the company, he writes, "They let me know that the pedal would be in the mail that day and would hopefully reach us by my daughter's birthday. It did!"