Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Coaster
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Café, relaxed geometry, 6061 aluminum w/hydroform TT, TIG welding
Suspension Fork
Felt Café uni-crown, 4130 cr-mo blades & steerer tube
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Revo 3 speed twist shifter
Cassette
Shimano IGH cog 18T
Crank
3-piece aluminum, steel 42T chainring
Bottom Bracket
Euro cartridge type 68mm
Chain
KMC Z410 1-sp 1/2 x 1/8 CP
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
nylon platform w/non-slip rubber tread
Wheels
Front Hub
aluminum cold-forged sealed mechanism Q/R 36H
Rear Hub
Shimano Nexus 3-sp IGH coaster brake 36H
Rims
700c double-wall aluminum: ground sidewalls w/wear indicator
Spokes
stainless steel 14G
Tires
Felt Café 30TPI skinwall 700x38c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro V-type, forged aluminum: w/anti-rust hardware, w/power modulator, front only
Brake Levers
Tektro alloy w/Kraton rubber comfort inserts, w/integrated bell
Cockpit
Stem
aluminum quill melt-forged single bolt
Handlebar
Felt aluminum touring type, gender-specific shape
Grips
Felt super soft Kraton rubber, 2-piece twist shifter grips
Headset
1-1/8” semi-integrated threaded
Seat
Saddle
Felt Café comfort foam, double-density base: gender-specific shapes
Seatpost
aluminum micro-adjust 27.2mm x 330mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 16" | 18" | 17" | 19" | 21" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 609 mm | 625 mm | 649 mm | 669 mm | 684 mm |
| Rake | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 500 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1102 mm | 1117 mm | 1142 mm | 1162 mm | 1177 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 614 mm | 641 mm | 724 mm | 763 mm | 800 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Café 3 completes the Felt Cafe model. Felt released 50 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Felt Cafe bikes models from 2011, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Felt Café 1 W 2011 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 349$. Felt Café 24 Deluxe 2011 on the other hand costs 599$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
General Urban bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a General Urban bike that is reliable is 499$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great General Urban bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2011 for 449$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Café 3 price is 11.14% smaller than the average cost of a General Urban bike.
Café 3 components
Fork material
Café 3 has a steel fork, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Café 3 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Café 3 has Coaster brakes. These brakes are pretty efficient, and they’re not so pricey. However, they have flaws, especially if the chain falls off.