Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
C2C INTENSO CARBON, BSA
Suspension Fork
Full Carbon 1-1/8" - 1.5" with Kevlar
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105, 10sp
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 for 10sp
Shift Levers
Shimano 105 10sp
Cassette
Shimano Tiagra 10sp 12-28T
Crank
Shimano FC-R565-L 50/34 Compact
Bottom Bracket
included in the crankset
Chain
Fsa Team Issue 10sp
Wheels
Tires
Hutchinson Equinox 2 700 x 23
Brakes
Brakes
Reparto Corse RC-471 Alloy
Cockpit
Stem
Reparto Corse AS007N Alloy
Handlebar
Reparto Corse JD-RA35A Compact, alloy
Headset
Fsa Orbit C-40-ACB
Seat
Saddle
San Marco Era Startup Power
Seatpost
Reparto Corse SP-TEC-2 alloy
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 53cm | 55cm | 57cm | 59cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.56 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm |
| Front Center | 579 mm | 586 mm | 592 mm | 598 mm | 608 mm | 612 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 68 mm | 67 mm | 65 mm | 61 mm | 60 mm | 61 mm |
| Stack | 539 mm | 553 mm | 569 mm | 585 mm | 600 mm | 614 mm |
| Reach | 375 mm | 377 mm | 383 mm | 388 mm | 393 mm | 394 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 527 mm | 537 mm | 552 mm | 562 mm | 577 mm | 587 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 470 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 155 mm | 170 mm | 185 mm | 200 mm | 215 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 410 mm | 411 mm | 412 mm | 413 mm | 414 mm | 416 mm |
| Wheelbase | 979 mm | 987 mm | 994 mm | 1001 mm | 1013 mm | 1019 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Intenso 105 Compact is a Bianchi Intenso model. Bianchi released 41 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Bianchi Intenso bikes models from 2014, here.
Model range prices
Bianchi Intenso Dama 105 Compact 2014 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2299$. Bianchi Intenso Ultegra Compact 2014 is the most expensive one and costs 2699$.
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 Endurance bikes
If you want an acceptable Endurance bike you should know that the average price is 2346$. However, even though the average price of an Endurance bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, Bianchi Intenso 105 Compact price was 2299$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Intenso 105 Compact price is 2.04% lower than the average cost of an Endurance bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
The Intenso 105 Compact 2014 bike is equipped with 700c wheels when leaving the factory. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Bianchi Intenso 105 Compact has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.