Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 75mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, Women's Sport Trail 650b Geometry, women's tube sets, forged dropouts, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour M3030 650b, custom coil/MCU spring weights, 75mm travel, preload adjust, 1-1/8"" steerer, alloy lowers, Hi-Ten 25.4mm stanchions, V-brake mount
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney, 7-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney, 3-speed, top swing, dual pull
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-EF51, 7-speed, trigger, w/ integrated brake lever
Cassette
Shimano, 7-speed freewheel, 14-34t
Crank
Samox, forged alloy, square taper spindle, 42/34/24T, w/ chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Square taper, cartridge bearings
Chain
KMC X8, 8-speed, w/ reusable MissingLink
Pedals
Plastic, 9/16"", w/ reflectors
Wheels
Front Hub
Double-sealed, loose ball, QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Double-sealed, loose ball, QR, 32h
Rims
650b, V-brake, alloy, double-wall, CNC sidewalls, pin joint, 25mm wide, 32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Specialized Fast Trak Sport, 40TPI, wire bead, Flak Jacket protection, 650bx2.0""
Brakes
Brakes
V-brake, alloy, linear pull
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized, forged alloy, 4-bolt, 10-degree rise
Handlebar
Specialized, steel, 8-degree backsweep, 4-degree upsweep, 35mm rise, 25.4mm
Grips
Specialized Body Geometry XCT Women's, Kraton w/ gel, lock-on, closed end
Headset
1-1/8"" upper/lower, ZeroStack 44, steel cups, loose ball bearings
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Women's Riva Sport Plus, steel rails, 155mm
Seatpost
Alloy, 2-bolt, micro-adjust, 12.5mm offset, 27.2mm
About this model
Myka V 650b belongs to the Specialized Myka model. Specialized released 48 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2016 of this model, by clicking 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.
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Myka V 650b components
Fork
The Myka V 650b comes factory-installed with the SunTour fork. This has a travel range of 75mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Fork material
Myka V 650b has an aluminum fork, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Specialized Myka V 650b 2016, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Myka V 650b comes with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
Specialized Myka V 650b 2016 is available in one size only. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.