Kink 2025 Gap XL Bike - Terrazzo White 21"

The Kink Gap XL is designed for riders that are ready to take things to the next level with stronger and lighter components to make it easier to perform more advanced tricks. The Gap is the next model up from the Kink Launch and features 4130 Chromoly tubing in the frame, fork and handlebars.

What parts are on the Kink Gap XL BMX bike?

The Kink Gap BMX bike features 4130 Chromoly tubing in the front triangle of the frame making it both lighter and stronger than an equivalent frame made from High Tensile Steel. The Kink Stryker forks Chromoly steerer tube and tapered fork legs and a which are connected with a Mission sealed integrated headset.

This 20" BMX bike has many high end components including the Mission Engage fully sealed rear 9, tooth 14mm cassette hub giving you confidence this will keep you rolling maintenance free. This combined with the Mission Covert loose ball front hub are both laced onto Mission X7 rims with 36 spokes. These are running on Kink Sever 2.4" wide tyres with a knurled tread pattern designed for all different types of riding.

The Kink Ridge tubular BMX cranks are made from Chromoly and are 170mm long. These have a 19mm diameter, 8 splined spindle and sealed bottom bracket bearings ensuring your ride is maintenance free. Completing the drive chain is a Mission Breach 25 tooth sprocket and Kink Hemlock pedals.

Up top there's Kink Ace flangeless grips on 9" rise Kink T900 Chromoly bars which are clamped to a Kink Bold HRD top load stem. The Mission Token brake lever connects to the Mission Cease V2 rear brake via a Mission L3 Linear cable to give you good stopping power.

The seat and post are upgraded from the Kink Curb and Launch models and features a Kink Plymouth/Bomber Stealth Pivotal seat and seat post. This is a premium seat that allows you to adjust the angle of the seat.

What age is the Kink Gap XL suitable for?

We would recommend this bike for riders that are taller than 5'7". Based on UK data this would typically be for someone 16 years or older. This is only an approximate guide and you may find riders that are slightly shorter or taller can competently ride this bike.

If you are looking for a BMX bike with a shorter top tube check out the Kink Gap.

What type of BMX riding is the Kink Gap XL suitable for?

This Kink Gap BMX bike is designed for all round riding, so whether it's ramps, street, dirt, concrete parks or pump tracks this bike will do it all. This 20" BMX bike is ideal for someone that's out grown an 18" BMX bike or is upgrading to a better quality 20" bike.

What else should know before buying a Kink Gap XL BMX?

This Kink BMX bike includes both front and rear brakes. The rear brake, cable and lever are already installed. The rear brake lever is installed on the left side of the handlebars as opposed to how it's shown in the photos. This bike will require some basic assembly prior to riding which will include putting the handlebars in the stem, fitting the front wheel, pedals and seat post. The minimum tools you will require are: 15 & 17mm spanner, 5mm and 6mm Allen keys.

For a full guide on how to assemble this bike click here to view the Kink BMX pdf. Please note that this guide applies to all Kink BMX bikes rather than this specific model.

What are the technical specifications of the Kink Gap XL 2025 BMX?

What is the frame and fork geometry of the Kink Gap XL?