Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Franklin 8 Speed 2021
2021 Urban
Estimate price |
579$
Weight | 14.97 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Lightweight Steel frame, rear carrier & down tube braze-ons
Suspension Fork
Brooklyn Bicycle Co. custom steel; front carrier braze-ons
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 8-Speed
Shift Levers
8-Speed Twist-Shifter
Crank
3-piece alloy with replaceable chain ring & integrated chain guard
Bottom Bracket
Square-taper BSA English threaded-cartridge bottom bracket with sealed bearings
Chain
KMC Heavy Duty
Pedals
Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Alloy City Pedals
Wheels
Front Hub
Sealed-Bearing Alloy 32H
Rear Hub
Sealed-Bearing Alloy 32H
Rims
Double-Walled Alloy, 32H with CNC Machined Brake Surface
Spokes
14G stainless steel
Tires
M - Puncture resistant 26 x 1 3/8” Tires, L - Puncture resistant 700x35 Tires
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Dual-Pivot Caliper with Tektro Alloy Hand Lever
Cockpit
Handlebar
Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Custom relaxed ride alloy handlebars & 180mm alloy stem
Grips
Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Custom Vegan Leather Comfort Grips
Headset
1” Threaded Alloy, Semi-sealed with weather-seal ring
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Vegan Leather Comfort Saddle
Seatpost
Alloy with integrated seat clamp and micro-adjust
Model Overview
Franklin 8 Speed completes the Brooklynbicycleco Franklin model. There are 8 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Franklin 3 Speed 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 579$. On the other hand, Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Franklin 8 Speed 2021, is the most expensive and costs 579$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Commuter bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Commuter bike is 762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Commuter bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 579$. Comparing this to the average Commuter bike price, we see that the price is 31.61% lower.
Commuter bikes average weight
Commuter bikes have an average weight of 14.29 kg (31.5 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.
Weighing 14.97 kg (33 lbs), the Franklin 8 Speed model is slightly heavier than average. In short, the average Commuter bike weight is 4.76% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
The wheels on Franklin 8 Speed are the 700c aluminum type. 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Franklin 8 Speed has Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Franklin 8 Speed 2021 is available in one size only. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.