Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
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 Chromoly Steel, Single Water Bottle Mount
Suspension Fork
Breezer Steel
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Nexus 8 Revo-Shift, 8-Speed
Cassette
Shimano, 18T
Crank
Breezer Aluminum, 38T
Bottom Bracket
VP-BC73C Cartridge-Style
Chain
KMC
Pedals
Alloy Body, Chromoly Axle
Wheels
Rims
Breezer Aluminum Front / Nexus 8 Rear 36H Hubs, Vera DPM18 Aluminum Double-Wall GSW Rims
Tires
Vera CityWide, 700Cx35 w/ Puncture Protection
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° Sweep
Headset
FSA Sealed, 1 1/8", Threaded
Seat
Saddle
Breezer Comfort
Seatpost
Breezer Aluminum, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 271 mm | 271 mm | 271 mm | 271 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 570 mm | 575 mm | 580 mm | 590 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 460 mm | 500 mm | 540 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 140 mm | 155 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 457 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1062 mm | 1063 mm | 1061 mm | 1072 mm |
| Standover Height | 675 mm | 699 mm | 716 mm | 732 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 159 cm | 165 cm | 171 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm |
About this model
Downtown 8 ST completes the Breezer Downtown model. Breezer released 97 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Breezer Downtown bikes models from 2016, 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.
Cruiser bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Cruiser bike is 332$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Cruiser bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Cruiser bikes average weight
Cruiser bikes weigh an average 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.
With a weight of 15.26 kg (33.64 lbs), Breezer bike is slightly lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 3.74% lighter than the average weight of Cruiser bikes.
Downtown 8 ST 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 Downtown 8 ST 2016 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
Downtown 8 ST comes in 4 sizes, that range from 151 cm – 184 cm (4.95 ft – 6.04 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.