Del Sol Projekt 2021
2021 Urban
Estimate price |
379$
Weight | 12.47 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 100mm -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Projekt | Classic steel | Modern geometry | Agile chainstays | Clearance-Clarence design | Tracklocross horizontal dropouts
Suspension Fork
Steel is Real construction | 1-1/8" threadless | Size-specific rake | 3/8" x 100mm | Bolt-on
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
N/A
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
18T freewheel
Crank
3-piece | Forged alloy | 39T chainring | 170mm length
Bottom Bracket
68mm threaded BSA shell | JIS square taper | Sealed Cartridge
Chain
KMC Z410A
Pedals
Eco-friendly | Rice husk composite body | Classic profile
Wheels
Rims
Alloy | Width (internal): 23mm | Double wall | 32h
Tires
100% Recycled | Schwalbe Road Cruiser 700 x 40 | Green Compound
Brakes
Brakes
Forged alloy | Long reach | Dual-pivot caliper | Front and rear brakes
Brake Levers
Alloy | 2-finger
Cockpit
Stem
Forged Alloy | 7° rise | 4-bolt faceplate
Handlebar
Del Sol Send-It bar | Alloy | ?31.8mm bore | 35mm rise | 9° backsweep | 5° upsweep | 730mm width
Headset
1-1/8" | Threadless
Seat
Saddle
Eco-Friendly | Del Sol Urbanity saddle | Eco-Friendly cover, padding, base
Seatpost
Alloy | 27.2mm x 300mm | Micro-adjust
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 611 mm | 613 mm | 616 mm | 631 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 546 mm | 563 mm | 576 mm | 596 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 500 mm | 530 mm | 560 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 98 mm | 113 mm | 143 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1041 mm | 1043 mm | 1046 mm | 1062 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 772 mm | 794 mm | 822 mm | 850 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 |
Model Overview
Projekt is part of the Delsol Projekt model. 2 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Del Sol Projekt 2021 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 379$. Del Sol Projekt 8 2021 on the other hand costs 439$, and is the most expensive model.
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 General Urban bikes
If you want to purchase a solid General Urban bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 499$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great General Urban bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2021 and its price was 379$. If we compare this with the average General Urban bike cost we notice that the price is 31.66% lower.
Average weight for General Urban bikes
General Urban bikes have an average weight of 13.11 kg (28.9 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 12.47 kg (27.49 lbs), Del Sol bike is a bit lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 5.13% lighter than the average weight of General Urban bikes.
Projekt components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Projekt model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Projekt comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.