Felt Compulsion 50 2015
2015 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,699$
Weight | 14.6 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 160mm -
Fork SunTour AION
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt All-Mountain, double-butted 6061 aluminum, Hydroform,160mm travel, Equilink suspension technology, ControlTaper head tube, post disc mount, replaceable derailleur hanger, standard 73mm threaded bottom bracket, 12 x 142mm w/ Syntace style thru axle, Ø30.9mm seatpost size, high direct FD mount
Suspension Fork
Suntour Aion RL-R, 160mm travel, Air Spring, tapered aluminum steerer, 34mm stanchions, Magnesium lowers, forged crown, 15mm axle
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch RT w/ custom tune, 216 x 63mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow Plus long cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore high direct mount, top pull
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore 2 x 10-speed
Cassette
Shimano 10-speed 11-36T
Crank
Shimano Deore Hollowtech II double: XS/SM - 170mm MD/LG/XL - 175mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano sealed threaded
Chain
Shimano
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged aluminum, Center Lock disc mount 32H, 15mm axle
Rear Hub
Forged aluminum, Center Lock disc mount, 32H, 142 x 12mm axle
Rims
WTB Speed Disc i23, 27.5" double-wall aluminum w/ eyelets
Spokes
2.0/1.8mm double-butted stainless steel w/ aluminum nipples
Tires
Schwalbe Hans Dampf front, Rock Razor rear Performance folding 27.5" x 2.35"
Brakes
Brakes
Front Brake: Shimano M506 hydraulic disc brake w/ 180mm rotor Rear Brake: Shimano M506 hydraulic disc brake w/ 180mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano M506 hydraulic disc brake
Cockpit
Stem
Felt MTB 3D-forged threadless 1-1/8" +/- 7° rise for Ø31.8mm handlebar w/ black Cr-Mo bolts: SM - 50mm MD - 50mm LG - 60mm XL - 70mm
Handlebar
Felt MTB double-butted 6061 aluminum, Ø31.8mm, 15mm rise x 9° sweep, 760mm width
Grips
Felt Wing Grip, double-density
Headset
FSA No.9M/12B semi integrated tapered Aheadset, external lower cup, custom cone spacer 1 x 8mm + 2 x 5mm straight spacers, w/ Felt Tornado aluminum top cap
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt steel rails
Seatpost
KS Eten dropper post non-remote: SM/MD - Ø30.9 x 350mm LG/XL - Ø30.9 x 385mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.52 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.38 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 351 mm | 351 mm | 351 mm | 351 mm |
| Front Center | 689 mm | 721 mm | 754 mm | 787 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 112 mm | 112 mm | 111 mm | 112 mm |
| Stack | 581 mm | 595 mm | 613 mm | 632 mm |
| Reach | 382 mm | 408 mm | 432 mm | 457 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 555 mm | 585 mm | 615 mm | 645 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 430 mm | 485 mm | 540 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 105 mm | 125 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1122 mm | 1154 mm | 1187 mm | 1220 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 4 mm | 4 mm | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Standover Height | 683 mm | 729 mm | 778 mm | 826 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Compulsion 50 belongs to the Felt Compulsion model. There are 30 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2015 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Felt Compulsion 50 2015 has a starting price of 2699$. Felt Compulsion 10 2015 on the other hand is the most expensive at 4499$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Enduro bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3599$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Enduro bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Felt released this model in 2015, its price was 2699$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Compulsion 50 price is 33.35% lower than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Enduro bikes average weight
The average weight for Enduro bikes is 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
slightly heavier than average, Compulsion 50 has a weight of 14.6 kg (32.19 lbs). In other words, this model is 2.31% heavier than the average Enduro bike.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour AION fork installed. The fork’s travel is 160mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Fork material
Compulsion 50 has an aluminum fork, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Monarch RT w/ custom tune rear shock model, which has a travel of 160mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Compulsion 50 bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Felt Compulsion 50 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Compulsion 50 comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
Felt Compulsion 50 comes with a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.