The Ridgeback Scoot XL is a fun and confidence-building balance bike designed for toddlers aged around 3 to 4 who are ready to explore on two wheels. With larger 14-inch wheels and a lightweight aluminium frame, it provides extra stability and room to grow while helping young riders develop balance and coordination naturally.
Built with simplicity and ease of use in mind, the Scoot XL removes pedals entirely so children can focus on steering, balance and control. The lightweight alloy frame makes it easy for little legs to push along and for parents to carry when needed, while the low standover height ensures easy mounting and dismounting.
Grippy 14-inch tyres offer excellent stability across pavements, parks and playgrounds, while a comfortable padded saddle and soft grips keep rides enjoyable. Adjustable handlebars and saddle height allow the bike to grow with your child, supporting their development as confidence builds.
Durable, lightweight and easy to handle, the Ridgeback Scoot XL is the ideal stepping stone to a first pedal bike, helping little riders gain essential skills while having fun along the way.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Lightweight Alloy Frame: Easy for toddlers to control and light enough for parents to carry when needed.
- Balance Bike Learning Design: No pedals helps children develop balance and coordination naturally.
- Stable 14" Wheels: Larger wheels provide added stability and confidence for growing riders.
Specification:
- Frame: Alloy
- Fork: Hi-Ten steel
- Fork Material: Steel
- Wheel Size: 14 inch
- Number of Gears: 1
- Gear Shifters: N/A
- Rear Derailleur: N/A
- Chainset: N/A (balance bike)
- Pedals: N/A
- Brakes: Alloy V-brake (rear)
- Brake Levers: Composite 2-finger reach adjustable
- Rims: LA-07 14" alloy rims, 20H
- Front Hub: HB-29F, 100mm spacing
- Rear Hub: HB-29F style hub, 100mm spacing
- Spokes: Steel 14g
- Front Tyre: Vee Speedster 14 x 2.0
- Rear Tyre: Vee Speedster 14 x 2.0
- Handlebars: 480mm width, 30mm rise
- Handlebar Tape: Ridgeback grip tape
- Grips: Soft kids grips
- Headset: Sealed
- Stem: Steel quill stem
- Saddle: Ridgeback padded saddle
- Seatpost: Steel 27.2 x 200mm
- Additional Features: Adjustable saddle and handlebars for growing riders
Manufacturers reserve the right to change specifications without notice based on availability at the point of assembly.
Information for Ridgeback kids bike range:
Easy-pedal cranks [All models except Scoot and ScootXL]– Ridgeback's pedal cranks are ergonomically correct, proportional to the child’s leg length. They also place the pedals closer to the bike’s centre so that children can pedal as smoothly and naturally as possible.
Smaller grips – Ridgeback's handlebars and grips are narrower diameter so they fit small hands better, for confidence and control as well as better ability to reach the brakes safely.
Lowered frames – Ridgeback's frames are lower where it counts, making it easier to get on and off and increasing clearance for greater confidence.
Steering limiter [All models except Scoot and Dimension 27.5] – To help prevent falls when learning to co-ordinate pedalling and cornering, the steering has a limit stop that helps avoid an over-steering situation.
Better brakes – Brake levers are closer to the bars and adjustable for reach to suit smaller hands, and work perfectly with our smaller diameter grips.
Size Chart for Ridgeback Kids Bikes
| Wheel Size | Scoot | Scoot XL | 14" | 16" | 20" | 24" | 27.5" |
| Height | 86-103 cm | 95-110 cm | 90-102 cm | 100-115 cm | 112-130 cm | 128-146 cm | 144-162 cm |
| Inside Leg Range | 34cm to 45cm | 40cm to 50cm | 37cm to 44cm | 43cm to 53cm | 50.5cm to 61cm | 60cm to 70cm | 69cm to 77cm |
| Approx Age | 2-4 | 3-5 | 2.5-4 | 3.5-6 | 5.5-8.5 | 8-11.5 | 11+ |
Warranty Information for Ridgeback:
Ridgeback steel and aluminium frames and forks are all covered by a lifetime warranty, and this is transferrable to a second owner.
Ridgeback branded components are covered for two years.
For full warranty policy please visit https://www.ridgeback.co.uk/warranty