California Bicycle Factory Retro R 2019
2019 E-bike
Estimate price |
2,699$
Weight | 30.79 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 24" -
Suspension Rigid -
Motor Bafang 500W 90Nm hub-drive -
Battery Weight: 6 lbs (2.72 kg), Voltage: 48 volts, Amp Hours: 8 ah, Watt Hours: 384 wh, Chemistry: Lithium-ion -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Stainless Steel, Polished Silver
Suspension Fork
Rigid Stainless Steel, 135mm Hub Spacing, 9.6mm Threaded Axle with 17mm Nuts
Drivetrain
Cassette
1 Single Speed Shaft Drive
Crank
Forged Alloy, 165mm Length
Pedals
Wellgoy Aluminum Alloy Narrow Platform with Fixed Pins, Silver
Wheels
Rims
Aluminum Alloy, Double Wall, 67mm Outer Width, 36 Hole, Silver
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 10 Gauge, Silver with Nipples
Tires
Innova, 24" x 3" (74-507)
Cockpit
Stem
NECO, Aluminum Alloy, 80mm Length, 17° Rise, 31.8mm Clamp Diameter, One 10mm Spacer
Handlebar
Aluminum Alloy, Mid-Rise, Swept Back, 640mm Length, Silver
Grips
Flat, Stitched Leather, Locking
Headset
External Cups, Straight 1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
Classic, Leather, Tab Mounts on Back
Seatpost
Zoom, Aluminum Alloy
Motor & Battery
Motor
Weight: 9 lbs (4.08 kg), Brand: Bafang, DKY Branded, Type: Rear-Mounted Geared Hub, Nominal Output: 500 watts, Peak Output: 750 watts, Torque: 90 Newton meters
Battery
Weight: 6 lbs (2.72 kg), Voltage: 48 volts, Amp Hours: 8 ah, Watt Hours: 384 wh, Chemistry: Lithium-ion
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 18cm |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 24" |
| Rider Min Height | 120 cm |
Model Overview
Retro R is a Californiabicyclefactory E Retro model. 2 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the California Bicycle Factory Retro S 2019 has a starting price of 2499$. California Bicycle Factory Retro R 2019 on the other hand is the most expensive at 2699$.
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.
Average price for General Urban e-bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy General Urban e-bike is 2098$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Urban e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your e-bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When California Bicycle Factory released this model in 2019, its price was 2699$. Comparing this to the average General Urban e-bike price, we see that the price is 28.65% higher.
Average weight for General Urban e-bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a General Urban e-bike, we get 24.08 kg (53.09 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Retro R weighs 30.79 kg (67.88 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 27.87% heavier than the average weight of General Urban e-bikes.
Retro R components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this e-bike has a steel one, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, California Bicycle Factory Retro R 2019, has a 24″ aluminum model. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. California Bicycle Factory Retro R has Rim brakes installed. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.