Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset Deore, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Shimano 250W 70Nm mid-drive -
Battery Shimano E8020, 500Wh integrated -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt 27.5+, Shimano e-bike design, 6061 aluminum, fully integrated down tube, ControlTaper integrated head tube, post disc mount, replaceable derailleur hanger, 12 x 148mm Syntace style thru axle
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon RL Solo Air, 130mm travel, 15 x 110mm Boost, E-Bike specific
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore, 10-speed, Shadow Plus, long cage
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore M6000, 1x10
Cassette
Shimano, 10-speed, 11-42T
Crank
Shimano E8000, 34T, SM/MD 165mm, LG/XL: 170mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano E7000 MTB drive, 250W output, 20 mph
Chain
KMC X10-E, 10-speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT400, 15 x 110mm Boost thru axle, Center lock, 32H
Rear Hub
Shimano MT400, 12 x 148mm Boost thru axle, Center Lock, 32H
Rims
E-Double wall, tubeless compatible, 35mm inner width
Spokes
2.0mm butted stainless steel
Tires
Maxxis Rekon+, Dual, tubeless ready, 27.5 x 2.8"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT400 hydraulic disc, 203mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano
Cockpit
Stem
Devox, ±7¡ rise, ¯31.8mm with Cr-Mo bolts, 35mm length
Handlebar
Devox E-MTB 6061 butted riser, ¯31.8mm, 25mm rise, 9¡ sweep, 780mm wide, custom internal wire routing
Grips
Devox Pauley Grip, lock-on
Headset
FSA sealed cartridge bearings, semi-integrated, No.57, 1.125 - 1.5"
Seat
Saddle
Devox MTB
Seatpost
KS 900 i dropper with Westie, ¯30.9mm, SM/ MD: 100mm travel, LG/XL: 125mm travel
Motor & Battery
Motor
Shimano E8020, 500Wh integrated
Battery
Shimano E8020, 500Wh integrated
Model Overview
SURPLUS 50 is a Felt E Surplus model. Felt launched 1 e-bike of this model so far.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Trail e-bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Trail e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3365$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail e-bike. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, Felt SURPLUS 50 price was 2999$. If we compare this with the average Trail e-bike cost we notice that the price is 12.2% lower.
SURPLUS 50 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Recon Silver RL model. The travel on this model is 130mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the SURPLUS 50 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The SURPLUS 50 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Felt SURPLUS 50 2020 is available in one size only. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.
Dropper post
Felt SURPLUS 50 comes with a dropper post. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.