Will the Mid Mount Do Little fit on your Bike?
The Mid Mount Seat (Do Little) attaches to your top tube positioning your child between your arms. It is suitable for kids from 2 years of age with good balance.
Welcome. The Do Little Mid Mount Kids Bike Seat is a versatile seat that can be attached to a wide variety of bikes. It is an unharnessed seat that gives you the ability to ride with your child for a wide age range. Do Little state the seat is suitable from 18 months through to 7 years and up to 30kg. Your ability and comfort to ride with your child for this age range will initially depend on the child’s balance and ability to follow instructions. Then as the child grows their size and how that may effect your comfort and ability to ride safely.
Where does it attach?
The Do Little attaches to the top tube of your bike by attaching it directly to your bike or by using one of the 2 mounting brackets/adaptors provided (a short and tall adaptor). The seat is then positioned onto this bracket and secured around the bottom tube of your bike. The 2 different mounting brackets/ adaptors allow you to attach the Do Little to different styles and slopes of top tubes making it versatile.
Do Little attached to the top tube of a bike
Short adaptor attaching to a top tube.
Tall adaptor being attached to a sloping or double down top tube.
Will it fit your bike?
The Mid Mount Seat is quite adaptable and will fit a range of bike types (see photos below). Your bike must have two tubes. A top one for the seat to be mounted on and a second tube underneath this to secure the frame of the seat. This will usually be either
- a top tube and down tube
- or a sloping double down tube
The Do Little (Original) is a solution for your family if the Adult Bike meets the following criteria. You have 3 simple measurements to do on your bike:
The seat is placed approximately 20cm back from the start of the top tube. Take the following measurements close to this point…
1. Measure across the width of the top tube. You require a top tube width of less than 50mm.
2. Measure across the width of your down tube. You require a width of less than 80mm.
3. Measure the inside distance between your top tube and bottom tube (bottom of top tube to top of bottom tube). There needs to be a minimum of 50mm of space here. Extra small & small bike frames will need to be measured. Also be aware that XL bike frames have too much space here so are incompatible.
When measuring either 1 or 2 you found that your tube was too wide… then the Do Little Biggie may be an option for you, if has been designed for wide tubes often found on modern mountain bikes or E-Bikes.
When measuring 3 you found the distance was less than 50mm or you have an XL bike frame… then the Shotgun Kids MTB seat may be an option for you, if is fully adjustable and Shotgun claim that it will fit on all mountain bikes.
Do Little attached to step through bike with double down tubes
Do Little attached to a standard mountain bike
Do Little being placed onto a cruiser
Do Little attached to a commuting bike
Riding Safely – Frame Size
You may be able to successfully mount the Do Little… now lets make sure you will feel comfortable and confident riding with your child in this position.
Due to its placement (between your chest and the handlebars) the Do Little Seat can make mounting/dismounting a bike, stopping & starting, balance, as well as reaching your handlebars challenging. Please see… Riding Safely with a Mid Mount Seat.
If you ride a bike with a small frame size you may find it difficult to reach the handlebars around your child. It will be particularly difficult if the style of bike you ride does not but your body in an upright position.
A great way to test your comfort – with the help of another adult – pick up your child and pop them on the top tube. Position yourself on your seat and make sure you feel comfortable with your ability to reach the handlebars around your child. Do not ride anywhere this is a simple way to test your comfort with reach.
The Do Little places your child directly in front of your body
Advantages and Alternatives of the Do Little Mid Mount Seat
It is always big smiles when you see kids riding on the Do Little. Positioned between your arms and sharing the ride with you. Great for well balanced kids who enjoy easy off road trails.
The Do Little will suit a range of bike styles and shapes, it comes with 2 mounting options. It also comes in a larger frame style called the Biggie, for wider bike frames most commonly found on E-Bikes and modern mountain bikes.
The set up of the Do Little may mean that it is not an option for you. There is another Mid Seat… see the Shotgun MTB Seat (fully adjustable attachment system). Would this Mid Seat fit your bike?
An alternative option is a Rear Kids Bike Seat. This may be a better solution for you. Suitable for 1-6 year olds, this seat is closely mounted behind the adult rider.
Riding with a mid mount seat.
Further Reading & Support…
goRide has attached the Do Little Mid Mount Seat to a variety of bikes so we understand the experience and the challenges. See our information, videos & tips Support for Attaching a Do Little Seat.
Your riding experience will be different when riding with a Mid Mount Seat than when you are riding solo. You will quickly adjust to this as your child is in a very central place close to the mid point of your bike. This is the best place to add weight as it has a minimal effect on your balance. Your child will need to learn to move with the natural feel of the bike and not fight against it. this is why kids who have balance bikes are good on Mid Mount seats, they understand the feeling… please see How does it feel to ride with a Mid Mount Seat.
There are two NZ companies that make Mid Mount Seats, to understand and compare your options… please see Mid Mount Kids Seat Buying Guide
We’re here to help. If you need further assistance… call us on 021 025 15576 or 0800 44 33 77 or CONTACT us via email
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Buying Guide
Mid Mount Kids Bike Seat Buying Guide – What is the best Mid Mount Kids Bike Seat for your family. Get the right seat to match you bike and riding you do.
Riding Safely with a Mid Mount Seat
Having a mid mount seat attached to your bike is different than riding solo. Get advice & tips on safety.
FAQ - Mid Mount Kids Bike Seats
All your questions answered on Mid Mount Kids Bike Seats.
How Does it Feel?
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Kids Bike Seats Attached – Understand your options for riding with a Kid Bike Seat Attached to your bike.
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