Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 24" -
Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
12"
125cm - 140cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
alloy 6061 24" (L)
Suspension Fork
hi-ten
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO TX800
Shift Levers
SHIMANO Revoshift (8)
Cassette
SHIMANO HG31-8, 11-34 (8)
Crank
PROWHEEL, 32 teeth, 152 mm cranks
Chain
KMC 8.1
Pedals
resin
Wheels
Front Hub
QUANDO, 32 holes
Rear Hub
QUANDO, 32 holes
Rims
alloy, 32 holes
Spokes
steel
Tires
24" × 1.50"
Brakes
Brakes
TEKTRO V
Cockpit
Stem
alloy
Handlebar
steel, 20 mm, 580 mm
Grips
AUTHOR kratton rubber
Seat
Saddle
AUTHOR
Seatpost
alloy (27.2)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Ultima 24 is part of the Author Ultima model. There are 7 bikes that carry this model name.
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 Road bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Road bike is 365$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Road 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.
Road bikes average weight
Road bikes weigh an average of 9.62 kg (21.21 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Author Ultima 24 it’s weighing 10.5 kg (23.15 lbs). At this weight, is a bit heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 9.15% heavier than the average weight of Road bikes.
Ultima 24 components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Ultima 24 bike is equipped with the 24″ aluminum model. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Author Ultima 24 is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
Author Ultima 24 2023 is available in one size only. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.