Felt Virtue 2 2009
2009 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,599$
Weight | 12.79 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset X0, Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Equilink "Trail" Full Suspension, 7005 Double-Butted Aluminum w/Hydroform TT & ALLOY REAR TRIANGLE, 130mm Travel 45mm Integrated Head Tube, Replaceable Derailleur Hanger, Disc-Brake Specific
Suspension Fork
Felt Equilink "Trail" Full Suspension, 7005 Double-Butted Aluminum w/Hydroform Top and Down tube, Alloy Rear Triangle, 130mm Travel;Fox Float RP2 Rear Shock; RockShox Recon 327 Air 130mm travel Suspension Fork
Rear Shock
Fox Float RP2 Air 7.5 x 2.0, Tuning Range Adjustor with 2 Pro Pedal Position, DOHC Pro Pedal with 2 Position lever, Rebound Adjust, 213 Grams
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X-9 with X.O. styling 212grams
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore FD-M531 Bottom pull, Bottom swing
Shift Levers
SRAM X-7 Trigger 27 speed Shifter
Cassette
SRAM PC-950(9-Speed) 11-32T
Crank
Truvativ Firex 3.2 2-Piece Crank Giga-X-Pipe External Bearing Design, Cold-Forged AL-66, 44/32/22T, 7075 Outer Ring, w/Chainguard, Lengths: 13.5-15.5=170mm; 17.5-21.5=175mm
Bottom Bracket
Included with Crankset
Chain
SRAM PC-951 (9-Speed)
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Rims
Mavic XM-317 Disc Doublewall, 26 x 1.5 x 32H, 23mm Width, Presta Valve, DISC Brake-Specific, Black Anodized With Single Eyelets
Spokes
Sandblast Black Stainless 14g/15G, Brass Nipples
Tires
Felt Devox TAR Mountain tire, Aggressive Multi trail, High Void tread design, XXX Traction Compound, 60 tpi case with Folding Tubeless ready bead, 26 x 2.1, Presta valve Inner Tubes
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Juicy 5 Hydraulic, Rotors: 185mm Front; 160mmRear
Brake Levers
Avid Juicy 5
Cockpit
Stem
FELT RXC STEM Oversized 6061 Alloy, 3D Cold-Forged + CNC,1-1/8" Threadless 4-Bolt, 5 Degree Rise. 31.8mm Bar Bore CP Hardware. Extensions: 15.5=90mm; 17.5=100mm; 19.5=110mm; 21.5=120mm
Handlebar
FELT RXC Riser Handlebar Butted Oversize 6061 Aluminum, 31.8mm clamp diameter, 25mm Rise, 8 degree bend with 4 degree sweep, Width: 680mm
Grips
Felt Dual-Density Extra-Soft & Sticky center with Hard Outer(Recipe #25) Durometer, 130mm Length, 30mm OD, Grey outer/Blk grip section
Headset
Integrated 1-1/8" Aheadset--Cane Creek Type 45 Degree Sealed Cartridge Bearing, with Alloy Laser Top Cap, Custom Curved 1 x 15mm + 2 x 5mm Straight Washers
Seat
Saddle
Felt RXC Lite, Super Low Side Profile Look with Medium/Flat Top, Superlight Foam Double-Density Base, Silver Tubular Cr-Mo Rails
Seatpost
Felt Alloy Micro-Adjust, 100% Black, 6061 Low-Profile Forged Head & Extruded Rail Clamps, 30.9x350mm (CEN)
Model Overview
Virtue 2 completes the Felt Virtue model. 35 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2009, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Felt Virtue 3 2009 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1899$. Felt Virtue 1 2009 is the most expensive one and costs 4399$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Felt released this model in 2009, its price was 2599$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Virtue 2 price is 6.27% lower than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Weighing 12.79 kg (28.2 lbs), the Virtue 2 model is slightly lighter than average. In short, the average Trail bike weight is 1.49% higher than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork installed. The fork’s travel is 130mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is Fox Float RP2 Air 7.5 x 2.0, with a travel distance of 130mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Felt Virtue 2 2009, has a 26″ aluminum model. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Virtue 2 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Felt Virtue 2 2009 is available in one size only. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.