2021 Kink Launch Review


For only $329 you can get on a compact BMX bike that is built for a beginner. The 2021 Launch weighs 26 lbs 4 oz, which is pretty light for a complete BMX bike. The frame and bars are a little smaller than the Kink whip, making it better for the smaller rider.

Highlights

⛔️ – Full Chromoly
✅ – Under $500
⛔️ – Double Wall Rims
⛔️ – Pegs
⛔️ – Fully Sealed Bearings
✅ – 3 pc. Cranks
⛔️ – Freecoaster – What is a freecoaster?Opens in a new tab.

2021 Kink Launch Overview

The 2021 Launch continues the legacy of a truly remarkable bike. This bike is still one of the best value-priced models in the market, hands down, year after year. Available in Matte Dusk Black, Gloss Digital Lime, and Matte Truffle Brown colorways, the Launch pairs its great color selection with even better components.

The Launch is equipped with both a sealed integrated headset and sealed Mid bottom bracket, which drastically improves performance and virtually eliminates maintenance of these components. Combined with a parts package that includes Kink Stryker forks, Kink T875 8.75″ bars, and Mission Triumph 3pc tubular chromoly cranks, this bike is a rookies dream.

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Other 2021 Kink Bikes

Bike ModelBike PriceBike Quality
2021 Kink Coast $149.99Kids
2021 Kink Roaster $199.99Kids
2021 Kink Pump$259.99Kids
2021 Kink Carve$319.99Kids
2021 Kink KickerKink Roaster$319.99Kids/Beginner
2021 Kink Curb$289.99BeginnerOpens in a new tab.
2021 Kink Launch$329.99BeginnerOpens in a new tab.
2021 Kink Gap$379.99BeginnerOpens in a new tab.
2021 Kink Gap FC$399.99BeginnerOpens in a new tab.
2021 Kink Gap XL$379.99Tall BeginnerOpens in a new tab.
2021 Kink Whip$439.99Mid-levelOpens in a new tab.
2021 Kink Whip XL$439.99Mid-levelOpens in a new tab.
2021 Kink Switch$499.99MidOpens in a new tab./high-level
2021 Kink Cloud$599.99High-levelOpens in a new tab.
2021 Kink Williams$749.99Pro-levelOpens in a new tab.
2021 Kink Drifter$449.99Mid-levelOpens in a new tab.

2021 Kink Launch Specs

Price

$329.99 on sourcebmx

Colors

Specs

FRAME MATERIAL: Hi Ten Steel
WHEEL SIZE: 20″
TOP TUBE LENGTH: 20.25″
CHAIN STAY LENGTH: 13.25″
HEADTUBE ANGLE: 75°
SEAT TUBE ANGLE: 71°
FORKS: Kink Stryker 4130 Chromoly Steerer Tapered Fork Legs
BARS: Kink T875 8.75″ 100% Hi-Ten Steel
STEM: Kink Bold HRD 50mm
HEADSET: Mission Sealed Integrated (41.8 x 45)
BRAKE MOUNTS: Welded
BRAKES: Mission Cease V2
FRONT HUB: Mission Covert Unsealed 3/8″ Axle
FRONT RIM: Mission X7
REAR HUB: Mission Function Semi-Sealed Cassette 14mm
REAR RIM: Mission X7
TYRESKink Sever 2.4″
SPROCKET: Mission Rank 25T
CRANKS: Mission Triumph 3pc Tubular Chromoly 170mm – 8 Spline
BB: Sealed Mid 19mm
PEDALSKink Hemlock
SEAT: Mission Warsaw Combo
GEARING: 25/9
WEIGHT: 26lb 4oz

Frame Geometry

A: Top Tube Length:  20.25″ – Learn what size is right for you here.Opens in a new tab.

This is a short toptube.

Designed for riders who are 5′ 3″ to 5′ 9″

B: Chain Stay Length: 13.25” – Learn About Chain Stays HereOpens in a new tab.

This is a longer chain stay, it will give you more balance when doing manuals and pulling up for higher bunny hops.

C: Head Tube Angle: 75° – Learn About Head Tube Angles HereOpens in a new tab.

Steep head tube angles make the bike “snappy” meaning more responsive to fast turns.

A less steep head tube gives you more control.

D: Seat Tube Angle: 71°

E: Bottom Bracket Height: 11.6″

F: Stand over height: 8.75″

This is a medium/tall standover.

A medium stand over provides a good balance between responsiveness and control.

While a tall stand over allows you to pinch more of the seat for bars and t-bogs.

2021 Kink Launch Price

Kink’s Launch is one of the less expensive bikes in 2021. It only costs $329, which is pretty cheap for a compact BMX bike. The Launch is designed to help new riders get into BMX for a low price, that way they can fall in love with the sport.

2021 Kink Launch Quality

The quality is pretty consistent with a $300 bike. Not the best. While the 2021 launch has some good parts like the Bold HRD stem, Sever tires, and Kink Hemlock pedals. The rest of the parts are standard beginner-level parts.

Highlights

Really Affordable

It is just a little more expensive than the Kink Curb but still considered really cheap. It would be easy to convince your mom/dad to buy this bike for you.

Lowlights

Hi-tensile steel/single wall rims

I just saw a picture on a Facebook group of a guy asking “what forks should I get next?” The forks were bent backward. This is what happened when you take a bike crash on hi-tensile steel. The parts bend and break a lot easier.

Buy if you are learning:

  • 180
  • 360 taps
  • Manuals
  • pull up Barspin

Don’t buy if you are learning:

  • Freecoaster tricks
  • Grinding hand rails
  • Huge drops
  • 720
  • Flips
  • Whips
  • Big 360

Review Video

2021 Kink Launch Conclusion

If you get the 2021 Kink Launch, you should be a pretty new rider. The specs are designed to help a new rider get a grip on tricks and progress a little faster due to the smaller 20.25″ frame. If you are already riding at a mid or high-level, the Launch will not last your very long.

 

Douglas Laird

My parents bought me my first BMX bike in 2011 and it changed my life. This bike has taken me all over the world and introduced me to cool places and cooler people. My goal is to help get 1,000,000 people into BMX so they can experience the joy and freedom that comes from a progression based sport.

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