Is this bike good for a beginner?

Yes, for casual path and neighborhood riding. The 18 gears and upright steel frame are easy to learn on, but expect a shop tune-up after assembly.

Is it right for a shorter adult?

It fits riders who find a 26-inch bike too tall. The 24-inch wheels lower the standover height, so check the frame size against your inseam before buying.

The 18 speeds give a low enough gear for moderate hills. Steep or long climbs will feel hard because the bike is heavy.

Can I ride it on trails?

Light gravel paths are fine. It is not built for mountain trails; the steel frame, basic brakes and 24-inch wheels are aimed at pavement and smooth paths.

How many gears does it have?

18 speeds, with front and rear derailleurs. That is more range than the 7-speed bikes in this class.

Does it come assembled?

It ships partly assembled. Plan on adjusting the brakes, derailleurs and tire pressure, or have a shop do it.

Where is the Ozone 500 Men's Exhilarate 24" 18-Speed Bike cheapest?

At shopsup.store, for $65.25, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Ozone 500 Men's Exhilarate 24" 18-Speed Bike?

2 stores we checked sell it, including shopsup.store, Academy Sports + Outdoors.

Ozone 500 Men's Exhilarate 24" 18-Speed Bike

Best price now

$65.25at shopsup.storeChecked Nov 9

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Ozone 500 Men's Exhilarate 24" 18-Speed Bike

Best price now

$65.25at shopsup.storeChecked Nov 9

Compared across 2 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Last seen at $65.25 at shopsup.store on Nov 9.
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Our take on the Ozone 500 Men's Exhilarate 24" 18-Speed Bike

The Ozone 500 Exhilarate is a steel-framed 18-speed bike with 24-inch wheels, sold as a men's adult bike. The 18 gears give it a wider range than the single-speed and 7-speed bikes it sits among, and the steel frame is heavy but forgiving on rough pavement. The 24-inch wheels make it smaller and lower than a full 26-inch bike, which suits shorter riders and teens moving up from a kids' bike. It is a basic, budget-minded machine: fine for paths and short commutes, but not built like a trail or fitness bike.

Best forShorter adult riders who find 26-inch bikes too tallTeens stepping up from a kids' bikeCasual path and neighborhood ridingRiders who want gears for hills without spending much

Pros

18 speeds cover hills better than a 7-speed
Steel frame absorbs road buzz and is easy to repair
24-inch wheels keep standover height low
Simple mechanical parts are cheap to service
Suits riders too short for a 26-inch frame

Cons

Steel frame is heavy to lift and climb with
Entry-level derailleurs and brakes need frequent adjustment
24-inch wheels roll slower and carry less momentum than 26-inch
Not built for trails or hard riding
Assembly and tuning quality varies out of the box

Ozone 500 Men's Exhilarate 24" 18-Speed Bike prices at every store

shopsup.storeNew
In stock
$65.25Checked Nov 9
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Academy Sports + OutdoorsNew
In stock
$199.99Checked Nov 9
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Ozone 500 Men's Exhilarate 24" 18-Speed Bike price history

Lowest price we've seen: $65.25 on Nov 9 at shopsup.store. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owner feedback on this tier of Ozone 500 bike is mixed. Riders like the low step-over height and the gear range for the money, but many report needing a shop tune-up soon after assembly and find the bike heavy.

What people mention

WeightCriticisedOwners say the steel frame makes the bike heavy to lift and slow to climb.
GearingMixedThe 18 speeds help on hills, but riders report the derailleurs need frequent adjustment.
FitPraisedShorter riders like the low standover height of the 24-inch frame.
AssemblyCriticisedBuyers report the bike often needs a shop tune-up after it is put together.
BrakesCriticisedReviewers say the brakes arrive soft and need readjusting.

Specifications

Frame Material: Steel
Color: Blue
Age Group: Adult
Department: Men's
Wheel Size: 24 inch wheels
Number Of Speeds: 18 speed

Questions and answers

Is this bike good for a beginner?: Yes, for casual path and neighborhood riding. The 18 gears and upright steel frame are easy to learn on, but expect a shop tune-up after assembly.
Is it right for a shorter adult?: It fits riders who find a 26-inch bike too tall. The 24-inch wheels lower the standover height, so check the frame size against your inseam before buying.
Can it handle hills?: The 18 speeds give a low enough gear for moderate hills. Steep or long climbs will feel hard because the bike is heavy.
Can I ride it on trails?: Light gravel paths are fine. It is not built for mountain trails; the steel frame, basic brakes and 24-inch wheels are aimed at pavement and smooth paths.
How many gears does it have?: 18 speeds, with front and rear derailleurs. That is more range than the 7-speed bikes in this class.
Does it come assembled?: It ships partly assembled. Plan on adjusting the brakes, derailleurs and tire pressure, or have a shop do it.
Where is the Ozone 500 Men's Exhilarate 24" 18-Speed Bike cheapest?: At shopsup.store, for $65.25, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Ozone 500 Men's Exhilarate 24" 18-Speed Bike?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including shopsup.store, Academy Sports + Outdoors.