Van Dessel Motivus Maximus — Shimano Ultegra R-8020 2020
2020 Road
Estimate price |
8,020$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Motivus Maximus carbon
Suspension Fork
Motivus Maximus carbon
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-R8020
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG700
Crank
Shimano R-8000
Bottom Bracket
FSA PF30
Chain
FSA Team 11 spd
Wheels
Rims
DT Swiss C1800 Spline
Tires
Michelin Power Competition 700x25
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano ST-R8020 / BR-8070
Disk Rotors
TRP T-25 140mm center-loc
Cockpit
Stem
FSA Energy
Handlebar
FSA Energy
Headset
FSA C40
Seat
Saddle
Van Dessel
Seatpost
FSA Energy
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 48cm | 51cm | 53cm | 55cm | 57cm | 60cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.356 mm | 1.366 mm | 1.402 mm | 1.438 mm | 1.423 mm | 1.408 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 329 mm | 329 mm | 329 mm | 329 mm | 329 mm | 329 mm |
| Front Center | 57 mm | 58 mm | 59 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 61 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 108 mm | 105 mm | 101 mm | 97 mm | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 480 mm | 510 mm | 530 mm | 550 mm | 570 mm | 600 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° |
| Wheelbase | 91 mm | 92 mm | mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 7 mm | 7 mm | 7 mm | 7 mm | 7 mm | 7 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Motivus Maximus — Shimano Ultegra R-8020 completes the Vandessel Motivus model. Van Dessel released 4 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Vandessel Motivus bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Van Dessel Motivus Maximus — SRAM Force eTap AXS 2020 has a starting price of 4799$. Van Dessel Motivus Maximus — Shimano Ultegra R-8020 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 8020$.
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.
Race bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Race bike is 3350$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Race bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 8020$. Comparing the average cost of a Race bike to this one, you will see that Motivus Maximus — Shimano Ultegra R-8020 price is 139.4% higher.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Motivus Maximus — Shimano Ultegra R-8020 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Van Dessel Motivus Maximus — Shimano Ultegra R-8020 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.