Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Deore, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hydroformed Aluminum
Suspension Fork
Alloy straight blade
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore
Cassette
SRAM 950 11-34, 9 speed
Crank
Shimano M460 9 speed w/chainring guard
Pedals
Dual density platform
Wheels
Rims
Bontrager Superstock Disc
Tires
Bontrager Satellite, 700x35c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano 495, mechanical disc w/alloy levers
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy EZ adjust
Handlebar
Bontrager Select, 25mm rise
Headset
Integrated aheadset
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Sport
Seatpost
Bontrager Sport
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 55cm | 60cm | 50cm | 55cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
X500 belongs to the Trek X500 model. 16 bikes variations carry this model name so far.
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 Road bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable General Road bike is 1915$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Road bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
X500 components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
The wheels on X500 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The X500 has Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.