Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Deore, 105 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Trek butted Cro-Moly
Suspension Fork
Cro-Moly Touring
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shift Levers
Shimano Dura-Ace, bar end control, 9 speed
Cassette
SRAM PG970 11-32, 9 speed
Crank
Shimano 105 52/42/30
Pedals
Shimano 520, clipless
Wheels
Rims
Shimano Deore LX hubs; Bontrager Maverick rims
Tires
Bontrager Race Lite Hardcase, 700x32c
Brakes
Brakes
Avid SD-5 w/Dia-Compe 287 Aero levers
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Race, 17 degree, 26.0mm
Handlebar
Bontrager Select, 26.0mm
Headset
Cane Creek BL
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Race Lux
Seatpost
Bontrager Select
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 17" | 19" | 21" | 23" | 25" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
520 belongs to the Trek 520 model. Trek launched 39 bikes of this model so far.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Touring bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Touring bike that is reliable is 1007$. However, even though the average price of a Touring bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
The 520 2006 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. 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. Trek 520 is equipped with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.