Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Groupset Nexus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
159cm - 170cm
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
171cm - 184cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Breezer Custom-Tapered Aluminum, Single Water Bottle Mount
Suspension Fork
Breezer Chromoly
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Nexus 8 Revo-Shift, 8-Speed
Cassette
Shimano, 18T
Crank
3-Pc Aluminum, 38T
Bottom Bracket
VP-BC73C Cartridge-Style
Chain
KMC
Pedals
VP, Polished Aluminum Body, Chromoly Axle
Wheels
Rims
Shimano 3W Dynamo Front / Nexus 8 Rear, 36H Hubs, Vera DPM23 Aluminum Double-Wall CNC SSE Rims
Tires
Vera CityWide, 26x1.75" w/ Puncture Protection, Reflective Strip
Brakes
Brakes
Breezer Aluminum Linear Pull, Cold-Forged, Stainless Hardware
Brake Levers
Breezer Aluminum, 4-Finger Ergonomic w/ Kraton Grip
Cockpit
Stem
Breezer Aluminum, 25.4, Quill-Style
Handlebar
Breezer North Road Aluminum, 25.4, 26mm Rise, 570mm Wide, 33 Degree Sweep
Grips
Breezer Perforated Comfort
Headset
FSA Sealed, 1", Threaded
Seat
Saddle
Breezer Comfort
Seatpost
Breezer Suspension Aluminum, 40mm Travel, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 606 mm | 606 mm | 623 mm | 638 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 557 mm | 557 mm | 572 mm | 587 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 430 mm | 480 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 150 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1053 mm | 1053 mm | 1070 mm | 1085 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Standover Height | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 159 cm | 165 cm | 171 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm |
Model Overview
Uptown 8 LS is a Breezer Uptown model. There are 70 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Breezer Uptown bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
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 Cruiser bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Cruiser bike that is reliable is 332$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Cruiser bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Cruiser bikes average weight
Cruiser bikes have an average weight of 15.83 kg (34.9 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Breezer Uptown 8 LS it’s weighing 13.6 kg (29.98 lbs). At this weight, is much lighter than average. In other words, this model is 16.4% lighter than the average Cruiser bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels size
The wheels on Uptown 8 LS are the 26″ aluminum type. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Breezer Uptown 8 LS has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 151 cm – 184 cm (4.95 ft – 6.04 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.