Opus RECRUIT 3 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
724$
Weight | 15.29 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork SunTour XCM
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Groupset Alivio, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Meta 20 aluminum
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCM-32 120 mm NLO boost with lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio 3100 SGS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shift Levers
Shimano Alivio 2x9
Cassette
Shimano 11-36
Crank
Shimano MT210
Bottom Bracket
Shimano
Chain
KMC Z99
Pedals
FPD NW-420
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT410/MT200B
Rear Hub
Shimano MT410/MT200B
Rims
Ace alloy
Tires
CST Patrol 27.5 x 2.6 (XS-S) / 29 x 2.35 (M-XL)
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200 hydraulic disc
Brake Levers
Shimano ST-EF505
Cockpit
Stem
Opus Bronze 6°
Handlebar
Opus Bronze 15 mm rise 31.8
Headset
NECO semi-integrated
Seat
Saddle
Opus Endurance
Seatpost
Opus Bronze 31.6 x 350
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 305 mm | 305 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm |
| Reach | 377 mm | 377 mm | 417 mm | 437 mm | 447 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 548 mm | 572 mm | 594 mm | 632 mm | 644 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 400 mm | 430 mm | 460 mm | 490 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 105 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 50 mm | 50 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
RECRUIT 3 is an Opus Recruit model. There are 15 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Opus Recruit bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Opus RECRUIT 5 2021 has a starting price of 542$. Opus RECRUIT 1 2021 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1048$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 722$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 282.55% lower.
Average weight for Trail bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Trail bike is 12.98 kg (28.62 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 15.29 kg (33.71 lbs), the RECRUIT 3 model is much heavier than average. In short, the average Trail bike weight is 17.8% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
Opus RECRUIT 3 2021 bike is equipped with the SunTour XCM fork, and has 120mm travel. 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
When leaving the production line, the RECRUIT 3 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Opus RECRUIT 3 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.