Top gear: Best bikes on a budget

10 best value mountain bikes and BMXs on the market

Want a good sturdy mountain bike or BMX that won't break the bank? Look no further. We've done the leg work so you don't have to. Here's WideWorld's top ten

The All Rounder

Mountaineer - Ammaco - £139.99

This is ideal for anyone looking for a good value mountain bike. Complete with Shimano gears - the Sony of the gear world - lightweight frame and funky black and silver colour scheme, this bike is not only a high quality offering but a fashion accessory as well.

Specification

Alloy hardtail frame
Zoom front suspension fork
18-speed Shimano gears
Shimano ez-fire gear levers
Alloy v type brakes / alloy levers
Lightweight alloy wheel rims

The Specialist Sizzler

Assos - Salcano - £199.99

The Assos Salcano's biggest selling point is its wheels. They are very strong and hard-wearing. Fitted with the highest quality Shimano brakes at the front and complete with alloy hubs, rims cranks and pedals, this is the bike for the more experienced rider looking for something more substantial than a standard mountain bike.

Specification

Mega oversize aluminium frame with zoom 386 suspension forks
24 speed shimano altus gears with rapid fire levers
Alloy "v" type brakes (rear)
Shimano disc brake (front)
Zoom alloy micro adjust seat post with q/r
Alloy cranks, pedals and hubs

The Steel Stallion

Silver Streak - Professional - £99.99

This bike is one of the best value bikes on the market but not designed for uphill cycling due to the bike's steel frame. For those looking at general day-to-day cycling and a basic bike with alloy rims, this one's for you.

Specification

Zoom 327 Suspension Forks
Shimano 18sp Index Gears
Micro Shift Grip Changers
Steel Seat Post with Soft Sports Seat
Alloy Rims

The Shimano Special

Matterhorn - Ammaco - £129.99

If Shimano gears are an absolute must then the Matterhorn is a great buy. The micro shift grip changers are an added bonus, ensuring that gear changing is quick and easy so that you can maintain acceleration.

Specification

Front suspension fork
18-speed Shimano Gears
Alloy v type brakes / alloy levers
Lightweight alloy wheel rims

The Secondary Shimano

Blue Lagoon- Professional - £129.99

This is Professional’s version of the Ammaco’ Matterhorn. Once again, it's biggest selling point is the Shimano gears. It really boils down to which make you prefer, as there is very little to distinguish between these two models. Ammaco is generally more popular though.

Specification

Hi-tensile steel frame
Zoom front suspension fork
18-speed full shimano gear set
Shimano revoshift gear levers
V type brakes front and rear

The Off Roader

Trier- Hawk - £119.99

This is the ideal bike for those wanting to enjoy the off-road experience. Complete with dual suspension, it's perfect either on the dirt track or racing through the woods.

Specification

Y frame design with rear suspension
Zoom front suspension fork
18 speed shimano gears
Twist grip index gear levers
V type brakes front and rear
Lightweight alloy wheel rims

The Nightrider

Savage – Ammaco  - £139.99

This is the coolest BMX on the market, and designed for those looking to make a statement. In bright neon green, people will see you from a mile away.

Complete with front and rear stunt pegs and a 360-degree gyro rotor system, this bike not only looks good but also performs well and is perfect for stunts and riding with friends.

Specification

Hi-tensile steel BMX frame
V type brakes front and rear
360-degree gyro rotor system
Lightweight 48 spoke alloy wheel rims
Front and rear stunt pegs

The White Wash

Booster – Ammaco - £119.99

There is little difference between the Ammaco Savage and the Ammaco Booster apart from the colour and twenty pounds. This is the bike for those not interested in garish colours that simply want a cool BMX to ride and perform tricks and stunts with. Or for those who cannot justify the twenty-pound price difference, which only gets you a bolder paint job.

Specification

Hi-tensile steel BMX frame
V type brakes front and rear
360-degree gyro rotor system
Lightweight 48 spoke alloy wheel rims
Front and rear stunt pegs

The Purple Princess

Marbella – Ammaco - £99.99

This is the perfect bike for the casual female rider and is phenomenal value. Complete with Shimano gears and lightweight alloy wheel rims, it also comes in a cool purple and white colour.

Specification

Low-step frame with oversize tubing

Hi-tensile steel fork
18 speed shimano gears
Shimano revoshift gear levers
Lightweight alloy wheel rims
V type brakes front and rear

The Cool Cucumber

Comfort – Ammaco - £99.99

This bike is identical to the Marbella, with one exception – its colour. It comes in a cool blue and white combination and is deal for women who prefer a more understated bike.

Specification

Low-step frame with oversize tubing
18-speed full shimano gear set
Shimano revoshift gear levers
Alloy v type brakes / alloy levers
Lightweight alloy wheel rims