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 Acera, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Fuji A2-SL custom butted alloy w/ 1 1/8" semi-integrated headtube, internal shift cable routing
Suspension Fork
SR NEX suspension w/ hydrualic lockout, 63mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera, 8-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shift Levers
Shimano EF51 Altus, EZ Fire, 8-speed
Cassette
Shimano Altus, 11-32T, 8-speed
Crank
Shimano 131, 48/36/26T w/ chainguard
Bottom Bracket
FSA, sealed cartridge bearing
Chain
KMC HV700, 8-speed
Pedals
Nylon platform
Wheels
Rims
Vera Terra DPD18 rims, 32h, alloy disc hubs, black spokes
Tires
Vera CityWide, 700 x 35c, 30tpi w/ Phalanx flat protection
Brakes
Brakes
Mechanical disc, 160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano EF51 Altus, 2-finger brake/shifter combo
Cockpit
Stem
Pavement, alloy, 25.4mm, adjustable
Handlebar
Pavement, alloy, riser, 25.4mm, 9° sweep, 30mm rise
Headset
FSA, 1 1/8" threaded semi-integrated, caged bearings
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Woman's LookIn w/ Comfort Gel & Clip-In System
Seatpost
Pavement, suspension alloy, 27.2mm, 40mm travel
About this model
Crosstown 1.3 Disc LS belongs to the Fuji Crosstown model. There are 134 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Fuji Crosstown bikes models from 2015, 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.
Comfort bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Comfort bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 360$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Comfort bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Average weight for Comfort bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Comfort bike, we get 15.11 kg (33.31 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Crosstown 1.3 Disc LS weighs 15.5 kg (34.17 lbs) and is slightly heavier than the average. In short, the average Comfort bike weight is 2.58% lower than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Crosstown 1.3 Disc LS components
Fork
The Crosstown 1.3 Disc LS comes factory-installed with the SunTour NEX fork. This has a travel range of 63mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
The Crosstown 1.3 Disc LS 2015 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Fuji Crosstown 1.3 Disc LS has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
Fuji Crosstown 1.3 Disc LS 2015 is available in one size only. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.