simplon Silkcarbon TQ Men, Shimano Cues 8000 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 700c
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Travel Front 65mm
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Fork RockShox Recon Gold RL
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Groupset CUES, FSA
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Suspension Hardtail
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Motor TQ mid-drive
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Battery TQ HPR 50 Drive Unit+TQ HPR50 battery 360WH
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Silkcarbon TQ, Man, Shady Grey Matt | Black Matt, S (46)
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Recon Gold RL 65mm
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Cues 8000
Crank
FSA CK-745 alloy für Bosch Gen. 4 170mm
Bottom Bracket
Bosch, press-fit
Chain Guide
Horn Catena A08
Pedals
no pedal selected
Wheels
Rims
Simplon 8.6 Disc-Schwalbe Marathon Mondial 50-622
Tires
Schwalbe MARATHON MONDIAL 28 x 2,0"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Cues U8020/80000;4/2-Kolben (pistons);203mm;180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Ergotec Swell R-Ahead Vorbau
Handlebar
Simplon CARBON RISER 700 High
Grips
Griffe Ergon GP 10 L
Headset
Headset FSA #69, SRS, ZS56/56
Seat
Saddle
w/o saddle
Seatpost
BikeYoke Revive, 125mm, 31.6 (Remote Seatpost only)
Motor & Battery
Motor
TQ HPR 50 Drive Unit+TQ HPR50 battery 360WH
Battery
TQ HPR 50 Drive Unit+TQ HPR50 battery 360WH
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.56 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.58 mm |
| Front Center | 652 mm | 662 mm | 677 mm | 691 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 78 mm | 74 mm | 71 mm | 67 mm |
| Stack | 602 mm | 623 mm | 644 mm | 665 mm |
| Reach | 386 mm | 393 mm | 406 mm | 420 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 572 mm | 592 mm | 612 mm | 632 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 460 mm | 510 mm | 560 mm | 610 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 457 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1099 mm | 1109 mm | 1124 mm | 1139 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Standover Height | 725 mm | 773 mm | 821 mm | 869 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
Silkcarbon TQ Men, Shimano Cues 8000 completes the Simplon E Silkcarbon model. 20 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Simplon E Silkcarbon e-bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Simplon Silkcarbon TQ; Herren; NX1 Eagle 2023 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 6141$. Simplon Silkcarbon TQ Men, Rohloff R14 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 8047$.
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.
Average price for Commuter e-bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Commuter e-bike that is reliable is 2569$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Commuter e-bike. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 6776$. Comparing this to the average Commuter e-bike price, we see that the price is 163.76% higher.
Silkcarbon TQ Men, Shimano Cues 8000 components
Fork
The Silkcarbon TQ Men, Shimano Cues 8000 comes factory-installed with the RockShox Recon Gold RL fork. This has a travel range of 65mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Silkcarbon TQ Men, Shimano Cues 8000 model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Simplon Silkcarbon TQ Men, Shimano Cues 8000 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
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, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
Simplon Silkcarbon TQ Men, Shimano Cues 8000 includes a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.
