Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Deore, Alivio -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha White Aluminum w/smooth welds
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shift Levers
Shimano Alivio, 24 speed
Cassette
Sun Race MFE60 13-32, 8 speed
Crank
Shimano Alivio, 48/38/28
Pedals
Dual-density platform w/aluminum body
Wheels
Rims
Shimano RM60 front hub, Trek Ride+ Rear motor, 250 watt HT, Vuelta Airline III rims
Tires
Schwalbe Road Cruiser Light, 700x35c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M422 brakes w/Tektro aluminum levers, Kraton inserts
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Satellite Plus, adjustable rise
Handlebar
Bontrager Satellite, 25mm rise
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 | 50cm | 55cm | 60cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
T500+ BLX belongs to the Trek T500plus model. 10 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Trek T500plus bikes models from 2012, by clicking here.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for General Urban bikes
If you want to purchase a solid General Urban bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 499$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great 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.
T500+ BLX components
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the T500+ BLX model has 700c aluminum wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek T500+ BLX is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.