planetx Planet X London Road SRAM SX Flat Bar 2022
2022 Road
Estimate price |
1,150$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset SX Eagle, Apex -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061-T6 TRIPLE BUTTED ALLOY
Suspension Fork
Selcof London Road Carbon Flat Mount 12mm Thru Fork / Matt Black 540g, 390mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle AL Rear Mech / 12 Speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-1210 Eagle 12 Speed Cassette / 11-50
Crank
SRAM Apex 1 GXP Chainset (No BB) / 172.5mm / 42 Tooth
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP XR Bottom Bracket (With Spacers) / 68/73mm BSA 68
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle 12 Speed Chain / 126 Link
Chain Guide
NA
Wheels
Rims
Fulcrum Rapid Red 900 700c Disc Centrelock Clincher Wheelset / Shimano 11 Speed 700c
Tires
Panaracer Tour 700c Wire Bead Tyre / 32mm
Brakes
Brakes
Rever Havit Flat Mount Dual-Movement Disc Caliper / Rear
Brake Levers
Tektro Eclipse MT2.1 Flat Bar Brake Levers / Black and Silver
Cockpit
Stem
Selcof Zeta 6061 Alloy Stem / 100mm / 31.8mm / 7 Degree
Handlebar
Selcof Enduro6 Riser Handlebar / 780mm
Grips
Selcof Knurl Grip / Black
Seat
Saddle
San Marco Monza Start Wide Saddle / Black / Carbon Steel
Seatpost
Selcof Zeta V2 6061 Alloy Seatpost / 31.6mm / 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm |
| Front Center | 598 mm | 609 mm | 631 mm | 645 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 64 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 64 mm |
| Stack | 524 mm | 547 mm | 566 mm | 587 mm |
| Reach | 363 mm | 377 mm | 391 mm | 405 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 515 mm | 535 mm | 555 mm | 585 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 480 mm | 510 mm | 540 mm | 570 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1018 mm | 1030 mm | 1051 mm | 1066 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
London Road SRAM SX Flat Bar belongs to the Planetx London model. 16 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2022, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Planet X London Road SRAM Apex 1 2022 is the cheapest bike model and costs 850$. Planet X London Road Titanium SRAM Rival 1 2022 is the most expensive one and costs 2188$.
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.
Average price for General Road bikes
If you want an acceptable General Road bike you should know that the average price is 1915$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality General Road bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2022 and its price was 1033$. In conclusion, this bike price is 85.38% smaller than the price of the average General Road bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels
The London Road SRAM SX Flat Bar 2022 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Planet X London Road SRAM SX Flat Bar has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.