Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork Manitou
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Groupset Shimano, Bontrager -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Platinum Series ZR9000 double butted aluminum | Genesis Geometry
Suspension Fork
Manitou Black Elite Diva | 120mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano LX SGS
Front Derailleur
Shimano LX
Shift Levers
Shimano LX
Cassette
SRAM PG950 11-34t, 9spd
Crank
Bontrager Select 44/32/23
Pedals
Shimano M520 clipless
Wheels
Rims
Bontrager Select Disc Compatible wheelsystem | Bontrager ACX 26x2.2 folding tires
Tires
Bontrager ACX 26x2.2 folding tires
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes HFX-9 HD hydraulic disc brake, 6-inch rotor w/ Hayes
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Select OS, 31.8mm clamp, 7 degree rise
Handlebar
Bontrager Select OS, 31.8mm clamp, 630mm width, 25mm rise
Headset
Alloy aheadset, semi-cartridge, sealed, 27.2
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Select WSD
Seatpost
Bontrager Sport, 31.6 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | MD |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 26" | 26" |
Model Overview
Cake 3 DLX GS belongs to the Trek Cake model. Trek released 25 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2005 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
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Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the Manitou fork installed. The fork’s travel is 120mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
The Cake 3 DLX GS 2005 bike is equipped with 26″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Trek Cake 3 DLX GS has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.