Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 60mm -
Fork RST NOVA
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Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
16"
150cm - 168cm
18"
165cm - 178cm
20"
175cm - 188cm
22"
185cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
alloy 6061 700c, drop out IS-R40
Suspension Fork
RST Nova ML lock out (60 mm)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO Acera
Front Derailleur
SHIMANO M191 (31.8)
Shift Levers
SHIMANO Acera (24)
Cassette
SHIMANO HG41-8 11-32 (8)
Crank
SUNTOUR XCE 48-38-28 teeth 170 / 175 mm cranks
Chain
SHIMANO HG71
Pedals
AUTHOR alloy
Wheels
Front Hub
QUANDO Disc 32 holes
Rear Hub
QUANDO Disc 32 holes
Rims
AUTHOR Radon Cross 32 holes
Spokes
black stainless steel 2.0 mm
Tires
AUTHOR PANARACER Silk Road Cross 700 x 42c
Brakes
Brakes
TEKTRO Vela disc hydraulic (6" rotors)
Cockpit
Stem
UNO adjustable
Handlebar
AUTHOR 25 mm 660 mm
Grips
AUTHOR ErgoGrip
Seat
Saddle
AUTHOR Sphere Gel
Seatpost
AUTHOR alloy (27.2)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 612 mm | 633 mm | 654 mm | 674 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 566 mm | 586 mm | 606 mm | 626 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 406 mm | 457 mm | 508 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm | 180 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 446 mm | 446 mm | 446 mm | 446 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1051 mm | 1072 mm | 1093 mm | 1113 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 150 cm | 165 cm | 175 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 168 cm | 178 cm | 188 cm | 200 cm |
Model Overview
Grand is an Author Grand model. Author launched 9 bikes of this model so far.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Hybrid bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Hybrid bike is 562$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Hybrid bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Average weight for Hybrid bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Hybrid bike is 13.85 kg (30.53 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 13.9 kg (30.64 lbs), the Grand model is slightly heavier than average. In short, the average Hybrid bike weight is 0.36% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The Grand comes factory-installed with the RST NOVA fork. This has a travel range of 60mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
The Grand 2016 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Author Grand has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Grand comes in 4 sizes, that range from 150 cm – 200 cm (4.92 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.