Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Sora -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
AL-6061 Alloy Gravel, Thru-Axle, Disc Tabs, Taper HT
Suspension Fork
Carbon/Alloy Tapered Steer, Thru-Axle, Disc Post Mount
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora 9spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora 9spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Sora
Cassette
Shimano 9spd (11-32t)
Crank
Shimano Sora 46/34t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano External
Chain
KMC Z99
Pedals
Test Ride Pedals
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy, Thru-Axle 15mm, 32H
Rear Hub
Alloy Thru-Axle, 142x12mm 32H
Rims
Weinmann U28TL Double Wall 32h
Spokes
14g Stainless MAC w/Brass Nipples
Tires
Clement Strada USH, 700x32c
Brakes
Brakes
TRP Spyre Mechanical dual actuated disc, 160mm Rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano Sora
Cockpit
Stem
3D Forged Anti Shock, 31.8, 90/100/110mm
Handlebar
Raleigh 200 series 31.8 with 12 Degree Flare, 38/40/42/44
Headset
Integrated Cartridge Bearings
Seat
Saddle
Raleigh series Saddle w/Chromo Rail
Seatpost
Anti-Shock 14mm Offset, 27.2x300mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 60cm | 62cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.56 mm | 1.56 mm | 1.56 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 258 mm | 261 mm | 261 mm | 263 mm | 263 mm | 263 mm |
| Front Center | 588 mm | 598 mm | 614 mm | 619 mm | 634 mm | 650 |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Stack | 554 mm | 571 mm | 585 mm | 608 mm | 622 mm | 641 mm |
| Reach | 373 mm | 377 mm | 388 mm | 390 mm | 400 mm | 410 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 530 mm | 550 mm | 565 mm | 580 mm | 595 mm | 610 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 490 mm | 510 mm | 530 mm | 550 mm | 570 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 140 mm | 155 mm | 180 mm | 195 mm | 215 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1021 mm | 1032 mm | 1048 mm | 1054 mm | 1069 mm | 1085 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 77 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Standover Height | 775 mm | 795 mm | 810 mm | 830 mm | 850 mm | 870 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Willard 1 is a Raleigh Willard model. 12 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Raleigh Willard bikes models from 2017, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Raleigh Willard 1 2017 has a starting price of 959$. Raleigh Willard 2 2017 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1119$.
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.
General Road bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a General Road bike that is reliable is 1915$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality General Road bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2017 for 959$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Willard 1 price is 99.69% smaller than the average cost of a General Road bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels size
The wheels on Willard 1 are the 700c aluminum type. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Willard 1 comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!