Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RST OMEGA
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Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
RADIO “FIEND” frame, 6061-T6 alloy, tapered head tube
Suspension Fork
RST “OMEGA T26” fork, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Sun Race M40, Long Cage, 8spd
Shift Levers
Sun Race 8spd
Cassette
RADIO “AM” steel sprocket 32T
Crank
RADIO “PRO” 2pc crank, forged alloy, 170mm, 24mm spindle
Bottom Bracket
RADIO “BSA24” bb set, sealed bearing
Chain
KMC “X8” chain
Pedals
RADIO “SLIM” pedals, nylon/fiberglass
Wheels
Front Hub
RADIO “AM-DJ” disc hub, alloy, sealed, 3/8?s male axle, 32h
Rear Hub
RADIO “AM-DJ” disc cassette hub, alloy, sealed, 3/8?s male axle, 32h, 11-34t cassette
Rims
RADIO “DB30” rim, double wall
Tires
RADIO “ROOKIE” tires, 2.2? front & rear
Brakes
Brakes
TEKTRO “ARIES” mechanical disc brake, 160mm rotor, front & rear
Brake Levers
TEKTRO “RS-360A” lever, front & rear
Cockpit
Stem
RADIO “DJ” frontload stem, alloy, 40mm reach
Handlebar
RADIO “ASURA” bar, 6061-T6 alloy, 31.8mm
Grips
RADIO “FREQUENCY XL” grips, flangeless, 160mm
Headset
FSA “NO.57E” integrated A-headset, 1-1/8?-1.5?
Seat
Saddle
RADIO “DJ” railed seat
Seatpost
RADIO “SP53” seat post, micro-adjust, alloy, 300mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
FIEND completes the Radio Fiend model. RADIO released 1 bike variation of this model so far.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Dirt Jump bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Dirt Jump bike you should know that the average price is 863$. However, you could also get a good Dirt Jump bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. 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.
Dirt Jump bikes average weight
Dirt Jump bikes weigh an average of 12.37 kg (27.27 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
RADIO FIEND it’s weighing 13.74 kg (30.29 lbs). At this weight, is considerably heavier than average. In other words, this model is 11.08% heavier than the average Dirt Jump bike.
FIEND components
Fork
This bike has the RST OMEGA fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the FIEND bike is equipped with the 26″ aluminum model. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The FIEND comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.