Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Nexus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Hydraulic Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Platinum Aluminum for Bosch Drive Unit
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Nexus, 8 speed
Crank
Miranda Delta for Bosch RIDE+
Bottom Bracket
Bosch, press-fit
Wheels
Rims
Shimano dynamo front hub; Shimano Nexus 8 rear hub w/Vuelta rims
Tires
Bontrager H5 Hard-Case, 700x42c
Brakes
Brakes
Magura HS11 hydraulic rim brakes
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Satellite Plus, adjustable rise
Handlebar
Bontrager RIDE+
Headset
Threaded, semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings, sealed
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Nuvola w/gel
Seatpost
Suspension, aluminum
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 45cm | 50cm | 55cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
LM500+ Lowstep BLX is part of the Trek Lm500plus model. Trek released 8 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Trek Lm500plus bikes models from 2014, by clicking here.
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 General Urban bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy General Urban bike is 499$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality General Urban bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Overview of components
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the LM500+ Lowstep BLX model has 700c aluminum wheels. 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. Trek LM500+ Lowstep BLX has Hydraulic Rim brakes installed. These brakes are pretty rare, and you will find them on very few bike models. In short, search for a bike that has hydraulic brakes, as they deliver way better performance.