Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Sora, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Café Series, Relaxed Geometry, Butted 6061 Aluminum Tubes w/Hydroform Top Tube, Smooth Welding, V-Brake Bosses, Forged Dropout and Replaceable Hanger.
Suspension Fork
Felt Café Aluminum Blades, Aluminum Crown, Aluminum Steerer, Forged Crown, V-Brake Bosses.
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora 3400GS
Shift Levers
Shimano Revo 8 Speed Twist Shifter
Cassette
Sunrace 8-speed Cassette 11 x 28T
Crank
3-pc Aluminum, Steel 38T Chainring w/Double Chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Euro Cartridge Type 68mm
Chain
KMC 8-Sp Rustbuster 3/32"
Pedals
Alloy Platform w/Integrated Non-Slip Rubber Tread
Wheels
Rims
Double-Wall Aluminum, Box Profile w/CNC Sidewalls, 700 x 23c
Spokes
Stainless 14G
Tires
Felt Café 60TPI Skinwall, Lightweight Kevlar Bead w/Puncture Resistant Belt 700x38c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro V-Type Brake, Cold Forged Alloy, w/Anti-Rust Hardware, w/Front Power Modulator
Brake Levers
Tektro Alloy w/ Kraton Rubber Comfort Inserts, w/Integrated Bell on Left Side
Cockpit
Stem
Aluminum Single Bolt Design, Melt Forged
Handlebar
Felt Touring Aluminum Low-Rise
Grips
Felt Super Soft Kraton Rubber, Shimano Revo Compatible, 2-Piece Shifter Grips
Headset
1-1/8” Semi-Integrated Threaded Type
Seat
Saddle
Felt Café Gel Saddle, Double-Density Base Mens or Womens Specific
Seatpost
Felt Aluminum Micro-Adjust 27.2mm x 330mm
Model Overview
Cafe 8 Deluxe completes the Felt Cafe model. There are 50 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2009 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
General Urban bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy General Urban bike is 499$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great General Urban bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels
The wheels on Cafe 8 Deluxe are the 700c aluminum type. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Felt Cafe 8 Deluxe is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.