Boardman MTX 8.6 Womens 2020
2020 Urban
Estimate price |
745$
Weight | 14 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour NEX
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Groupset Altus, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
147cm - 160cm
MD
157cm - 170cm
LG
167cm - 180cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
7005 Alloy, smooth welded
Suspension Fork
Suntour NEX HLO, 63mm travel, lockout, 700c
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus, 9 speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus, triple, 34.9mm clamp
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore 2x10
Cassette
Shimano HG201, 9 speed, 11-34t (11-13-15-17-20-23- 26-30-34)
Crank
Shimano Acera, square taper 48/36/26t
Bottom Bracket
FSA cartridge, 68x127mm
Chain
KMC Z99
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula QR
Rear Hub
Formula QR
Rims
Boardman Alloy 700C
Tires
Schwalbe Tyrago, 700x37c, kevlar guard, reflective. Kenda presta tube
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M285 hydraulic disc, Tektro 160mm rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Boardman Alloy, 7 degree rise, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Boardman Alloy, riser bar, 9 degree bend, 15mm rise, 31.8mm clamp.
Headset
FSA no.10, 1 1/8”, Semi Integrated
Seat
Saddle
Boardman Women’s Hybrid by Velo, steel rails
Seatpost
Boardman Alloy, 31.6 x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.581 mm | 1.589 mm | 1.564 mm |
| Rake | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Stack | 604 mm | 615 mm | 624 mm |
| Reach | 382 mm | 387 mm | 399 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 555 mm | 575 mm | 590 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 450 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 147 cm | 157 cm | 167 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 160 cm | 170 cm | 180 cm |
Model Overview
MTX 8.6 Womens belongs to the Boardman Mtx model. There are 15 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Boardman MTX 8.6 Blue 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 608$. Boardman MTX 8.8 Womens 2020 on the other hand costs 851$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Hybrid bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Hybrid bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 562$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Hybrid bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 669$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that MTX 8.6 Womens price is 19.04% more expensive than the average cost of a Hybrid bike.
Hybrid bikes average weight
Hybrid bikes have an average weight of 13.85 kg (30.53 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
MTX 8.6 Womens weighs 14 kg (30.86 lbs) and is slightly heavier than the average. In short, the average Hybrid bike weight is 1.08% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour NEX model. The travel on this model is 63mm. 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 size
When leaving the production line, the MTX 8.6 Womens model has 700c aluminum wheels. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Boardman MTX 8.6 Womens has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike is available in 3 sizes. They vary from 147 cm – 180 cm (4.82 ft – 5.91 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.