Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour NEX
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Groupset Altus, Acera -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, Women's Fitness Geometry, women's double-butted tubesets, w/ fender/rack braze-ons, forged dropouts, kickstand mount
Suspension Fork
Custom SR Suntour NEX, w/ custom Multi-Circuit Damping, alloy lowers, custom coil spring weights, Hi-Ten 28mm stanchions, 1-1/8"" steerer, hydraulic lockout w/ preload adjust, disc mount, 63mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus, 8-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-M191, top swing, dual-pull
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera, 8-speed
Cassette
Shimano, 8-speed, 12-32
Crank
Forged alloy, w/ chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Square taper, cartridge bearings
Chain
KMC X8, 8-speed, reusable Missing Link
Pedals
Composite platform, w/ reflectors, 9/16""
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized Hi Lo disc, alloy double-sealed, ground race, QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Specialized Hi Lo disc, alloy, double-sealed, loose ball bearings, QR, 32h
Rims
700c disc, alloy double-wall, pin joint, 32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Specialized Trigger Sport, 60TPI, wire bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x38c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Aries, mechanical disc, organic pads
Brake Levers
Tektro SPL-01, die-cast alloy, trigger shifter
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized, forged alloy, 4-bolt, 10-degree rise
Handlebar
Specialized riser, alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 4-degree upsweep, 25mm rise, 25.4mm
Grips
Specialized Body Geometry XCT Women's, lock-on, closed end
Headset
Ahead, semi-integrated, loose ball, 8mm cone spacer
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Women's Riva Sport Plus, steel rails, 155mm
Seatpost
Alloy, 2-bolt, micro-adjust, 12.5mm offset, 27.2mm, anti-corrosion hardware
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 616 mm | 629 mm | 643 mm | 658 mm | 675 mm |
| Rake | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm |
| Trail | 91 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 556 mm | 568 mm | 581 mm | 596 mm | 611 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 345 mm | 395 mm | 440 mm | 485 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 85 mm | 105 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1050 mm | 1063 mm | 1077 mm | 1093 mm | 1109 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 695 mm | 734 mm | 767 mm | 800 mm | 845 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
Ariel Disc is part of the Specialized Ariel model. There are 45 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Specialized Ariel bikes models from 2015, here.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Fitness bikes average price
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. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Ariel Disc components
Fork
The SunTour NEX is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 63mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Ariel Disc bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. 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 Ariel Disc comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
Specialized Ariel Disc bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.