How Much Does a Beginner Bike Cost?

How Much Does a Beginner Bike Cost?

How much should I spend on my first bike?

Bikes under about AU$500 are built to hit a price, not to ride well long term.

What’s the difference between a cheap bike and an expensive bike?

Heavier parts, weaker wheels, cheaper brakes, and gears that don’t stay adjusted very well. For short casual rides, this may be tolerable. If you plan to ride regularly, then the difference becomes noticeable pretty quickly.

What’s the cheapest good bike?

Between the AU$500 to AU$800 mark, the quality improves dramatically. The bike feels smoother, the shifting works properly, the brakes are more reliable, and you spend less time dealing with repairs or adjustments.

You’re also getting standard parts from proper bike brands, which matters later if you ever need servicing or replacements.

What is the downside of buying a cheap bike?

A lot of people buy the cheapest bike they can find, then end up replacing parts, paying for repairs, or giving up on riding because the bike never felt great to use in the first place.

Spending a bit more upfront means you get something that’s easier to ride, lasts longer, and still feels like it’s not falling apart a couple of years from now.

How little can I spend before the bike becomes bad?

You don’t need to spend thousands. There’s just a noticeable jump in quality once you get into that AU$500 to AU$800 range.

Malvern Star Oppy SF1 $580 

The Malvern Star Oppy FS1 is a simple road bike for people who want to start riding without spending a lot of money.  A light frame, easy gears, and brakes that work well make a huge difference.  These bikes are made for everyday riding, getting to work, and light exercise. Riders love the Oppy because they are easy to use and do not have overly complicated parts.

Malvern Star Sprint 2 $760

The Malvern Star Sprint 2 is an easy, everyday bike for simple riding. It has a light frame, easy gears, and safe brakes. The rear rack lets you carry bags or shopping, and the mudguards keep you dry and clean from road water and dirt. Great for daily trips.

 

Avanti Giro FM3 $999

The Avanti Giro FM 3 Comfortable. Easy-to-ride. Perfect for commuting or relaxed weekend rides. Lightweight. Pedaling feels effortless. Reliable hydraulic disc brakes and smooth gears make hills and all weather riding easy. Mudguards and a rear rack make everyday riding easy and convenient.