Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Alfine -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Rim
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
Breezer Custom-Butted Chromoly, Dual Water Bottle Mounts
Suspension Fork
Breezer Chromoly, Low-Rider Rack Mounts
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Alfine 8-Speed, RapidFire Plus
Cassette
Shimano, 18T
Crank
Breezer Aluminum, 38T
Bottom Bracket
FSA 7420 Cartridge-Style
Chain
KMC
Pedals
VP, Polished Aluminum Body, Chromoly Axle
Wheels
Rims
Shimano 3N72 3W Dynamo Front w/ Allen Key Skewer/Nexus 8 Premium Rear, 36H Hubs, Ryde ZAC 2000 Rims
Tires
Schwalbe Marathon w/ GreenGuard, 47-622
Brakes
Brakes
Magura HS 11 "Pure" Hydraulic Rim Brake
Brake Levers
Magura HS 11 "Pure" Hydraulic Levers
Cockpit
Stem
Breezer Forged 6061 Aluminum, 25.4, Adjustable 0~60°, Quill-Style
Handlebar
Breezer Ergo 6061 Aluminum, 25.4, 630mm Wide, 30mm Rise, 9° Sweep
Headset
FSA 1 1/8", Sealed, Threaded
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Premium Nuvola
Seatpost
Breezer Aluminum, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 271 mm | 271 mm | 271 mm | 271 mm |
| Front Center | 624.8 mm | 635.4 mm | 646.1 mm | 666.7 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 585 mm | 595 mm | 605 mm | 625 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 480 mm | 520 mm | 560 mm | 600 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 155 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1066 mm | 1076 mm | 1087 mm | 1108 mm |
| Standover Height | 781 mm | 798 mm | 831 mm | 858 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Downtown 8+ is a Breezer Downtown model. There are 97 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2015 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
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Downtown 8+ components
Fork material
Downtown 8+ has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Downtown 8+ model has 700c aluminum wheels. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Downtown 8+ comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
Downtown 8+ comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.