Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 650b -
Groupset Altus, Tourney -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, Ground Control Positioning, formed tubes, disc mount, fender/rack mounts
Suspension Fork
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, Cr-Mo steererer, post disc mount, fender/rack mounts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus, SGS cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney, top swing, 31.8mm band clamp
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus, EZ Fire Plus, 8-speed
Cassette
Sunrace, 8-speed, 11-34t
Crank
Stout, forged alloy, 48/38/28T w/chainguard
Bottom Bracket
BSA, square taper, cartridge bearings
Chain
KMC X8, 8-speed w/reusable MissingLink
Pedals
Specialized City platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized disc, double-sealed, loose ball bearings, 9mm QR
Rear Hub
Specialized disc, loose ball bearings, for Shimano 8-/9-speed cassettes, QR
Rims
650b disc, double-wall aluminum, 15.5mm rim depth, 30mm internal width, 32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Nimbus Sport, 60 TPI, BlackBelt protection, 650b x 2.3""
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro, mechanical disc, resin pads, 160mm rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Flowset, 3D-forged alloy, 20-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Specialized Roll, 6061 alloy, 15-degree backsweep, 5-degree upsweep, 125mm rise, 31.8mm
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry The Cup, 6-degree rise, elastomer base, steel rails, SWAT™ compatible mounts, 245mm
Seatpost
Suspension Plus, 2-bolt clamp, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.71 mm | 1.78 mm | 1.77 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 285 mm | 285 mm | 285 mm |
| Front Center | 618 mm | 626 mm | 654 mm |
| Rake | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Trail | 84 mm | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Stack | 578 mm | 611 mm | 639 mm |
| Reach | 338 mm | 344 mm | 362 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 587 mm | 607 mm | 637 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 375 mm | 440 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 155 mm | 185 mm | 215 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 472 mm | 472 mm | 472 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1081 mm | 1089 mm | 1118 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 694 mm | 756 mm | 798 mm |
| Wheels | 650 | 650 | 650 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
About this model
Roll Elite belongs to the Specialized Roll model. There are 70 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Roll bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
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.
Comfort bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Comfort bike that is reliable is 360$. However, even though the average price of a Comfort bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Specialized Roll Elite 2017, has a aluminum model. The 650b wheels are very similar to 700c, with a slight difference in diameter. However, if speed is what you’re after, 700c wheels are a better fit.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Specialized Roll Elite is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
There are 3 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.