Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Tourney, Altus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FX Alpha Silver Aluminum, DuoTrap S compatible, rack & fender mounts
Suspension Fork
High-tensile steel w/lowrider mounts, CLIX dropouts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TY50
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TY51
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus EF500, 7 speed
Cassette
SunRace freewheel, 14-34, 7 speed
Crank
Forged alloy, 48/38/28 w/chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
KMC Z51
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula FM21 alloy
Rear Hub
Formula FM31 alloy
Rims
Bontrager AT-550 alloy
Tires
Bontrager H2, 700x35c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro alloy linear-pull
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Quill, 25.4mm, 25 degree
Handlebar
Bontrager Riser, 25.4mm, 30mm rise
Grips
Bontrager Satellite, ergonomic
Headset
1-1/8" threadless, sealed semi-cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Sport
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, 2-bolt head, 27.2mm, 12mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17.5" | 20" | 22.5" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 285 mm | 285 mm | 285 mm | 285 mm |
| Trail | 71 mm | 71 mm | 70 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 542 mm | 546 mm | 566 mm | 588 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 444 mm | 508 mm | 571 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 130 mm | 160 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1054 mm | 1054 mm | 1055 mm | 1061 mm |
| Standover Height | 695 mm | 736 mm | 784 mm | 832 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
FX is a Trek Fx model. There are 128 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Trek Fx bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Trek FX 2017 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 379$. On the other hand, Trek FX S 6 2017, is the most expensive and costs 2099$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Fitness bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Fitness bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 656$. However, you could also get a good Fitness bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 379$. If we compare this with the average Fitness bike cost we notice that the price is 73.09% smaller.
Average weight for Fitness bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Fitness bike, we get 11.24 kg (24.78 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Trek FX it’s weighing 12.75 kg (28.11 lbs). At this weight, is considerably heavier than average. In other words, this model is 13.43% heavier than the average Fitness bike.
FX components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
The wheels on FX are the 700c aluminum type. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.