Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Alivio, Sora -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
48cm
158cm - 164cm
51cm
161cm - 169cm
54cm
166cm - 175cm
57cm
172cm - 185cm
60cm
183cm - 192cm
63cm
189cm - 197cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Trek butted chromoly disc touring, rack & fender mounts, 135x5mm QR
Suspension Fork
520 alloy disc touring, rack mounts, 100x5mm ThruSkew
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio M4000, long cage, 36T max cog
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora R3030, 34.9mm (w/28.6 adapter) clamp
Shift Levers
Size: 48, 51, 54, 57, 60, 63, Shimano Sora R3000, 9 speed; Size: 48, 51, 54, 57, 60, 63, Shimano Sora R3030, 3 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG200, 11-36, 9 speed
Crank
Size: 48, 51, Shimano Alivio T4060, 48/36/26, 2-piece w/chain guard, 170mm length; Size: 54, 57, 60, 63, Shimano Alivio T4060, 48/36/26, 2-piece w/chain guard, 175mm length
Chain
KMC X9, 9 speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano M475, 6-bolt disc, 100x5mm QR
Rear Hub
Shimano M475, 6-bolt disc, 135x5mm QR
Rims
Bontrager Affinity Disc, Tubeless Ready, 36-hole, 21mm width, presta valve
Spokes
14g, stainless
Tires
Bontrager H1 Hard-case Ultimate, 700x38c w/reflective sidewall
Brakes
Brakes
TRP Spyre C 2.0 mechanical disc, 160mm rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Size: 48, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 80mm length; Size: 51, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 90mm length; Size: 54, 57, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm clamp, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 100mm length; Size: 60, 63, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm clamp, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 110mm length
Handlebar
Size: 48, Bontrager Comp VR-C, alloy, 31.8mm, 100mm reach, 124mm drop, 40cm width; Size: 51, 54, Bontrager Comp VR-C, alloy, 31.8mm, 100mm reach, 124mm drop, 42cm width; Size: 57, 60, 63, Bontrager Comp VR-C, alloy, 31.8mm, 100mm reach, 124mm drop, 44cm width
Headset
1-1/8'' threadless, sealed cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Evoke
Seatpost
Size: 48, Bontrager alloy, 27.2mm, 12mm offset, 250mm length; Size: 51, 54, 57, 60, 63, Bontrager alloy, 27.2mm, 12mm offset, 330mm length
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 48cm | 51cm | 54cm | 57cm | 60cm | 63cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.63 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 274 mm | 274 mm | 278 mm | 278 mm | 278 mm | 278 mm |
| Front Center | 602 mm | 606 mm | 608 mm | 611 mm | 633 mm | 645 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| Trail | 74 mm | 71 mm | 65 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm | 56 mm |
| Stack | 546 mm | 557 mm | 571 mm | 593 mm | 631 mm | 661 mm |
| Reach | 374 mm | 379 mm | 384 mm | 389 mm | 398 mm | 406 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 526 mm | 537 mm | 549 mm | 563 mm | 589 mm | 609 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.3 ° | 74 ° | 73.8 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.8 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 440 mm | 482 mm | 512 mm | 543 mm | 575 mm | 605 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71.8 ° | 71.8 ° | 72.3 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 125 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 200 mm | 230 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1047 mm | 1051 mm | 1054 mm | 1058 mm | 1080 mm | 1092 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 719 mm | 747 mm | 774 mm | 800 mm | 832 mm | 860 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 161 cm | 166 cm | 172 cm | 183 cm | 189 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 169 cm | 175 cm | 185 cm | 192 cm | 197 cm |
Model Overview
520 is part of the Trek 520 model. Trek released 39 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Touring bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Touring bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1007$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Touring bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1679$. Comparing the average cost of a Touring bike to this one, you will see that 520 price is 66.73% higher.
Touring bikes average weight
The average weight for Touring bikes is 13.35 kg (29.43 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 14.26 kg (31.44 lbs), Trek bike is a bit heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 6.82% heavier than the average weight of Touring bikes.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels size
The 520 2019 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek 520 is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
520 comes in 6 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 197 cm (5.18 ft – 6.46 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.