6 Best Federal BMX Frames Built For Serious Street Riding

Ready to switch things up with one of the best Federal BMX frames?

If you’re looking for a solid frame, you shouldn’t miss the UK’s finest: Federal.

These are aimed more at street riders, but park and trail dudes will enjoy them, too.

For instance, you can use the Boyd for all-terrain, street, park and dirt.

Fun fact: Federal is a bike company owned by Stu Dawkins and Seventies Distribution from Hastings, UK.

Despite some ups and downs in the early days, Federal is staying (extremely) strong, with one hell of a team of pro, AM and flow riders.

Find what fits you best and go shredding!

This post covers:

• Quick Picks: Best Federal BMX Frames
• Best Federal BMX Frames Compared
• Conclusion: Which Federal BMX Frame Should You Get?
• FAQs About Federal Frames

Quick Picks: Best Federal BMX Frames

• Federal Code — Best for modern street riding with a tall standover
• Federal Jarvis — Best for taller street riders
• Federal Boyd — Best all-around Federal frame
• Federal Lacey — Best for stable street riding
• Federal Bruno — Best for balanced technical street
• Federal Team ICS2 — Best value technical street frame

Best Federal BMX Frames Compared

1. Federal Code Frame

The Federal Code is built around modern street riding, but the detail that stands out most to me is the 9.7″ standover.

That’s tall.

It gives the frame a bigger, more solid look and should also add some stability without making the bike feel lazy.

Pair that with a 75.5° head tube and 13–13.4″ rear end, and you still get a responsive setup that should feel right at home on technical street combos.

Federal also took a simpler approach with the construction here.

Instead of the IC wishbone used on some of its other frames, the Code uses a tubular chainstay, classic dropouts, and a slim built-in seat clamp.

The goal was to keep the price lower without sacrificing the strength Federal frames are known for.

You also get built-in chain tensioners, removable brake mounts, and top tube sizes of 20.5″, 21″, and 21.25″.

I really like this one for riders who want modern geometry but don’t want an ultra-low frame.

Code frame specs:

• Top Tube Length: 20.5”, 21”, 21.25
• Head Tube: 75.5°
• Seat Tube Angle: 71°
• Chainstay Length: 13.0” Slammed
• Standover: 9.7”
• BB Height: 11.7”
• Price: $350

2. Federal Jarvis ICS2 Frame

If you’ve seen Joe Jarvis’s welcome to Federal pro team video, you know of his signature frame already.

And I tell you one thing – this frame is a machine that can handle any type of (street) abuse.

It comes in two sizes (I really thought they would release a 21″+ version) and in white color only at the moment. The chainstay length is quite long at 13.6″ slammed, but hey, Joe is a tall dude.

Note: Joe’s inspiration for his signature frame came from Bruno’s frame with the included ISC2 wishbone.

If you need a slightly larger frame (because of the longer CS), Federal Jarvis is it!

Jarvis frame specs:

• Top Tube Length: 20.6”, 21”
• Head Tube: 75.5°
• Seat Tube Angle: 71°
• Chainstay Length: 13.6” Slammed
• Standover: 9”
• BB Height: 11.8”
• Price: $461

3. Federal Team ICS Frame

The Team ICS2 is Federal’s no-nonsense option for riders who want a quick, technical street frame.

Its 12.9″ slammed rear end is the big reason why. Pair that with a 75.5° head tube, 11.6″ BB, and 8.9″ standover, and you get a compact setup that should feel lively for spins, manuals, and tighter street lines.

Note: The 11.6″ bottom bracket height keeps the frame slightly more planted compared to Jarvis’ 11.8″ BB.

Moreover, Federal also updated the construction with its ICS2 wishbone and smaller investment-cast dropouts with built-in chain tensioners.

Additionally, you get tapered stays, an integrated seat clamp, and removable brake mounts if you want to run brakes.

One cool detail is that this frame was formerly the Perrin ICS2, so the Team name is newer, but the geometry is already proven.

Command ICS frame specs:

• Top Tube Length: 20.75”, 21”
• Head Tube: 75.5°
• Seat Tube Angle: 71°
• Chainstay Length: 12.9” Slammed
• Standover: 8.9”
• BB Height: 11.6”
• Price: $455

4. Federal Boyd ICS2 Frame

Boyd Hilder has been on an absolute tear in BMX. With that his signature Boyd frame from Federal has seen an update.

Updates to this new iteration of the Boyd frame include Federal’s new ICS2 wishbone, a new dropout design, and a badge set in the seat stay bridge.

There is also a taller head tube, a longer top tube, and an oval down tube.

According Federal, Boyd wanted these secondary changes specifically, and the fact that Federal made it happen is rad to see.

The frame is also drilled for gyro tabs and has removable brake mounts (sold separately).

(Great all-around frame for street, park and trails.)

Boyd ICS2 frame specs:

• Top Tube Length: 20.7”, 21”, 21.2”, 21.5”
• Head Tube: 75.2°
• Seat Tube Angle: 71°
• Chainstay Length: 13.4” Slammed
• Standover: 9”
• BB Height: 11.7”
• Price: $399

5. Federal Lacey Frame

Dan Lacey’s signature Federal frame has seen a few updates.

The dropouts have seen a change to investment cast dropouts that are slimmed down in order to keep from catching while grinding.

This is a frame in the modern street BMX frame geometry genre that is longer than most in the rear-end with a 13.75” chainstay.

It also has a slightly higher bottom bracket height at 11.8”.

The frame has removable brake mounts and gyro tabs as well as built-in chain tensioners.

Also updated on the Lacey frame is an engraved head tube with a Federal logo and graphics designed by Rich Forne.

Lacey frame specs:

• Top Tube Length: 20.5”, 20.75”, 21”
• Head Tube: 75.5°
• Seat Tube Angle: 71°
• Chainstay Length: 13.75” Slammed
• Standover: 9”
• BB Height: 11.8”
• Weight: 5.55 lbs
• Price: $399

6. Federal Bruno Frame

It’s no secret that Bruno Hoffman is an absolute beast of a BMX rider.

In that, he has most definitely earned his signature Bruno frame from Federal that he has had for 3 iterations of the frame.

This street frame has updated geometry as well as investment cast dropouts that have a smaller overall shape.

The frame’s head tube has a 75.5-degree head tube angle and an engraved Federal logo.

Bruno frame specs:

• Top Tube Length: 20.85”, 21”
• Head Tube: 75.5°
• Seat Tube Angle: 71°
• Chainstay Length: 13.6” Slammed
• Standover: 9”
• BB Height: 11.8”
• Weight: 5.55 lbs
• Price: $416

Conclusion: Which Federal BMX Frame Should You Get?

The Code is a great pick if you like modern street geometry but also want that tall 9.7″ standover and a more substantial feel.

The Jarvis stays quick and responsive, while the Boyd is the easier all-around choice if you want something a little more balanced.

If stability matters more, the Lacey is the standout with its longer rear end and calmer feel at speed.

The Bruno ICS2 sits nicely between technical and stable, while the Team ICS2 is the one to go for if you want the shortest rear end and the most reactive setup.

So before you choose, think about how you want the bike to move.

Short and sharp? Team ICS2.

Balanced and versatile? Boyd V2.

Longer and more planted? Lacey.

And if you love a tall, modern street frame, the Code is probably the most interesting one in the lineup.

FAQs About Federal Frames

Is Federal a good BMX brand?

I’ve been asked this question multiple times and a simple but powerful answer is: YES! Federal is a quality BMX brand that produces solid frames and bike parts.

When did Federal BMX start?

Federal BMX started in 1999 in East Sussex, UK.

Who owns Federal BMX?

Stu Dawkins and Seventies Distribution own Federal BMX.

Where is Federal BMX made?

All Federal BMX frames and parts are made in Taiwan but designed at Federal in the UK.