{"product_id":"kids-ride-shotgun-2026-dirt-hero-wheel-kits","title":"Kids Ride Shotgun Dirt Hero Gen 2 Wheel Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChange the Wheel Size of Your Gen 2 Dirt Hero.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kids Ride Shotgun Dirt Hero Wheel Kit lets you convert a compatible 2026 Gen 2 Dirt Hero Balance Bike between 12-inch and 14-inch wheels as your child grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach kit includes a complete front and rear wheel fitted with wide Kenda 2.20-inch pneumatic tyres. Choose the wheel size required for your bike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the Correct Wheel Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12-inch Wheel Kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front and rear 12-inch wheels with Kenda 2.20-inch pneumatic tyres\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e14-inch Wheel Kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front and rear 14-inch wheels with Kenda 2.20-inch pneumatic tyres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 12-inch setup gives smaller riders a lower, more manageable starting point. Moving to 14-inch wheels extends the useful life of the Dirt Hero and gives a growing rider more room before progressing to a pedal bike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade for Off-Road Riding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe wide pneumatic tyres provide more grip and cushioning than solid balance-bike tyres. This makes them better suited to gravel paths, pump tracks and suitable beginner mountain bike trails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTyre pressure can be adjusted for the rider and terrain, but the tyres must remain properly inflated and securely seated before every ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible only with the Gen 2 Dirt Hero released in April 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot compatible with the original Gen 1 Dirt Hero\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvailable in 12-inch and 14-inch wheel sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes one front wheel and one rear wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCheck your bike generation and current wheel size before ordering. Please contact us if you are unsure which Dirt Hero version you own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConverts a compatible Dirt Hero to a different wheel size\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFront and rear wheels included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKenda 2.20-inch pneumatic tyres included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImproved grip and cushioning for off-road riding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHelps the Dirt Hero grow with its rider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is a useful feature of the Gen 2 Dirt Hero. Starting with 12-inch wheels and moving to the 14-inch kit later lets a child keep riding the same familiar bike while gaining extra room and rollover as their confidence grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kids Ride Shotgun\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dirt Hero Wheel Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheel options:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-inch or 14-inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTyres:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kenda 2.20-inch pneumatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e One front wheel and one rear wheel with tyres\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026 Gen 2 Dirt Hero only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy from Chain Reaction?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHelp checking Dirt Hero generation and wheel-kit compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProfessional fitting available\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndependent Christchurch bike shop\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNationwide New Zealand delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Kids Ride Shotgun","offers":[{"title":"KRS Dirt Hero 12\" Off-Road Balance Bike Wheel Kit","offer_id":46588523905220,"sku":"KRS-BIK-DH12WH-1","price":238.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"KRS Dirt Hero 14\" Off-Road Balance Bike Wheel Kit","offer_id":46588523937988,"sku":"KRS-BIK-DH14WH-1","price":258.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1566\/6131\/files\/07de5de49d63588492f5737e305684f5.png?v=1787915749","url":"https:\/\/www.chainreaction.co.nz\/products\/kids-ride-shotgun-2026-dirt-hero-wheel-kits","provider":"Chain Reaction","version":"1.0","type":"link"}