Best for a confident young rider moving into a 24-inch bike for paths, school rides, parks and family cruising around the suburbs.
The Apollo Neo 24 is built for young riders who have outgrown smaller single-speed bikes and want something that feels quicker, lighter and easier to manage. The big win here is the lightweight alloy frame, paired with a rigid 6061 alloy fork and a low stand-over height, which helps kids get on and off confidently and keeps the whole bike feeling less cumbersome when they start, stop and turn.
On the road and bike path, this bike suits kids who mostly ride on sealed surfaces, school routes and family recreation paths. The 24 x 1.5 slick tyres roll faster than knobbly trail tyres, and the Shimano Revoshift 7-speed drivetrain gives them enough range for gentle hills without making shifting complicated. We also like the practical details for growing riders, including short-reach brake levers, a 560 mm alloy handlebar and a quick-release seat clamp for fast saddle adjustments.
If you’re choosing between a more recreational path bike and a chunkier kids’ mountain bike, the Neo 24 sits firmly on the lightweight, easy-rolling side. That makes it a great fit for kids who want a bike that feels fun and manageable now, rather than overbuilt for terrain they may never ride.
Lightweight alloy frame
Keeps the bike easier to handle, easier to pedal away from a stop and less awkward for kids to move around.
Low stand-over height
Helps younger riders get on and off with more confidence, especially when they’re still building skills.
Rigid 6061 alloy fork
Saves weight and keeps steering direct, which is ideal for smooth paths, footpaths and everyday riding.
Shimano 7-speed gearing
Adds useful range for headwinds, rolling paths and small climbs without overcomplicating the bike.
Revoshift shifter
Simple twist shifting is easy for many kids to understand as they move on from single-speed bikes.
24 x 1.5 slick tyres
Roll efficiently on pavement and hard-packed paths, helping the bike feel quicker and lighter under power.
Short-reach brake levers
Sized with smaller hands in mind so braking feels more comfortable and easier to control.
Quick-release seat clamp and kickstand
Makes saddle height changes faster as your child grows, while the kickstand adds day-to-day convenience.
Frame & Fork
Drivetrain
Brakes
Wheels & Tyres
Cockpit
General
Great for
Maybe not for
24-inch bikes generally suit many kids in the roughly 135–150 cm height range, but confidence and proportions matter just as much as height. If your child is between sizes, we’d usually favour the bike they can stand over comfortably and control easily.
vs Trek Precaliber 24 8-speed Suspension
The Trek gives you front suspension and an extra gear at a lower listed price point, which can make sense for rougher surfaces and more trail-style riding. The Apollo Neo 24 takes the opposite approach with a lighter-feeling rigid-fork setup aimed at easier everyday riding on smoother ground.
vs Specialized Riprock 24
The Riprock range is a more premium step up for families chasing a true off-road kids’ bike, with current 24-inch options sitting much higher in price. The Apollo Neo 24 is the better fit if your child mainly rides paths and you want a more accessible, everyday bike.
vs Apollo Neo Disc+ 24
If you like the Neo fit and feel but want more all-surface capability, the Neo Disc+ 24 is the natural upgrade within the same family. The standard Neo 24 is the better buy for riders staying mostly on pavement and wanting to keep things light and straightforward.
Best bought for the riding your child actually does
If most rides are on school paths, footpaths and family loops around the park, this style of rigid 24-inch bike usually feels easier and more enjoyable than a heavier mini mountain bike.
The tyre choice tells you a lot
The slick 24 x 1.5 tyres point this bike toward speed and efficiency on hard surfaces, not loose dirt. That’s great for suburban riding, but it’s worth being realistic about where your child will use it.
A good step into gears without overcomplicating things
A 1x7 setup is a sensible progression for kids. They get enough range for everyday hills, but there’s still only one shifter to think about.
Low stand-over matters more than many parents expect
When kids can get a foot down quickly and easily, they usually feel more relaxed starting, stopping and riding in busy shared spaces.
Apollo Bicycles is an Australian-owned bicycle brand with a history stretching back more than four decades. The company designs bikes for Australian conditions and offers a broad range that spans mountain, gravel, urban, lifestyle and youth categories.
Apollo sits within GPI Apollo, which manages the Apollo, Neo and Radius brands and distributes a wider portfolio of cycling products around Australia. Within that range, Neo is the lightweight kids’ bike line, created to give younger riders safer fit, easier handling and age-appropriate design.
