Carrera Intercity Disc 8 2022
2022 Urban
Estimate price |
515$
Weight | 13 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 20" -
Groupset Claris, Altus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alloy
Suspension Fork
Alloy
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-R2000, 8-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano M315 Altus, 1x8
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200, 8-Speed, 12-32T
Crank
52t alloy w/double guard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed bearing 68x122.5mm
Chain
KMC 8-speed
Pedals
Black folding
Wheels
Front Hub
Black alloy 9mm quick release
Rear Hub
10x135mm quick release
Rims
Black, alloy double wall
Tires
Kenda
Brakes
Brakes
Front: Power BX-351 mechanical disc brake, 160mm rotor, Rear: Power BX-351 mechanical disc brake, 160mm rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Adjustable folding
Handlebar
560mm Alloy handlebar
Grips
Velo
Headset
Steel 1 1/8" semi integrated
Seat
Saddle
Selle royal
Seatpost
Alloy 34.9x580mm, 40mm QR clamp
About this model
Intercity Disc 8 is a Carrera Intercity model. 7 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Carrera Intercity Folding Bike 2022 is the cheapest bike model and costs 462$. Carrera Intercity Disc 9 2022 is the most expensive one and costs 560$.
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.
General Urban bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a General Urban bike that is reliable is 499$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Urban bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 468$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Intercity Disc 8 price is 6.62% lower than the average cost of a General Urban bike.
General Urban bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a General Urban bike, we get 13.11 kg (28.9 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 kg (28.66 lbs), the Intercity Disc 8 model is slightly lighter than average. In conclusion, the average General Urban bike weighs 0.85% more than Intercity Disc 8.
Intercity Disc 8 components
Fork material
Intercity Disc 8 has an aluminum fork, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels size
The Intercity Disc 8 2022 bike is equipped with 20″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 20″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less 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, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.