Bianchi Duel – 27s – Alivio 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
742$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame aluminium -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Suntour XCM HLO
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Groupset Alivio, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Duel 27,5" alu, 1.1/8" HT, BSA 68mm, seatpost diam. 27,2mm, seat tube diam. 31,8mm, FD top pull, INTL 160mm disc mounting dropouts 9x135mm QR, ST w/V-Brake studs, external cable routing under TT, sizes 15-17-19-21"
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCM HLO DS 27,5" 100mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio RDM3100 SGS 9sp
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-M2020-TS
Shift Levers
Shimano Alivio SL-M3100 2x9sp
Cassette
Shimano HG200-9, 11-13-15-17-20-23-26-30-36T
Crank
Shimano FC-MT101-2, 36/22T, crank length: 170mm-15/17", 175mm-19/21"
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-UN101
Chain
Kmc HV900 9sp
Pedals
included
Wheels
Rear Hub
Formula CL-1422
Rims
Velomann DP2.5, 584x25c, 32h, Presta valve hole
Tires
Kenda Booster 27,5x2.2
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT200KIT assembled set BRM200KIT(L&R) w/rear adapter adapter for IS 160mm, resin pad
Disk Rotors
Shimano SM-RT10, 160mm front & rear, Center Lock
Cockpit
Stem
Velomann ST92A +/-7°, 1.1/8", diam.31.8mm, ext: 80mm-15/17" and 90mm-19/21", 3D forged alloy 6061
Handlebar
Velomann rise MTB479A, width 720mm, diam.31,8mm, rise 15mm, backsweep 9°, PG Alloy 6061 sandblasted anodized
Grips
T-one T-GP48B
Headset
Fsa TH888
Seat
Saddle
Velomann, steel rails, PVC soft touch cover, 140mm width
Seatpost
Velomann SP-7019, diam.27,2mm, 0mm seatback, lenght: 300mm-15" and 350mm-17/21", AL2014 shaft, alloy head
Model Overview
Duel – 27s – Alivio belongs to the Bianchi Duel model. Bianchi launched 39 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Bianchi Duel bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
Bianchi Duel 20 Boy – Duel 20 Boy 2022 is the cheapest bike model and costs 500$. Bianchi Duel – 29s – Alivio 2022 is the most expensive one and costs 689$.
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 Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2022 and its price was 687$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Duel – 27s – Alivio price is 177.29% lower than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Duel – 27s – Alivio components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Suntour XCM HLO model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Duel – 27s – Alivio model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Bianchi Duel – 27s – Alivio is equipped with 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.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.