Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 50mm -
Fork RST
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Groupset Altus, Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
17"
155cm - 169cm
19"
167cm - 182cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
alloy 6061 700c (L)
Suspension Fork
RST Sofi T (50 mm)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO Altus
Front Derailleur
SHIMANO TX50 (31.8)
Shift Levers
SHIMANO Revoshift (21)
Cassette
SHIMANO MF-TZ21 14-28 (7)
Crank
SUNTOUR XCE 42-34-24 teeth 170 mm cranks
Chain
SHIMANO HG40
Pedals
AUTHOR Non Slip resin
Wheels
Front Hub
QUANDO 32 holes
Rear Hub
QUANDO 32 holes
Rims
alloy 32 holes
Spokes
stainless steel
Tires
CST reflexive stripes 700 x 40c
Brakes
Brakes
TEKTRO 855
Cockpit
Stem
UNO adjustable
Handlebar
KALLOY alloy 45 mm 620 mm
Grips
AUTHOR ErgoGrip
Seat
Saddle
AUTHOR Queen Sofa
Seatpost
UNO suspension (27.2)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 17" | 19" |
|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 625 mm | 670 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 520 mm | 565 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 432 mm | 483 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 155 mm | 155 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 457 mm | 457 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1077 mm | 1122 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 167 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 169 cm | 182 cm |
About this model
Seance is an Author Seance model. 5 bikes variations carry this model name so far.
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.
Commuter bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Commuter bike that is reliable is 762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Commuter bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Average weight for Commuter bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Commuter bike is 14.29 kg (31.5 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
considerably heavier than average, Seance has a weight of 16.1 kg (35.49 lbs). To sum up, it’s 12.67% heavier than the average weight of Commuter bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RST model. The travel on this model is 50mm. 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
As for the wheels, Author Seance 2016, has a 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. 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. Author Seance has Rim brakes installed. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
Seance comes in 2 sizes, that range from 155 cm – 182 cm (5.09 ft – 5.97 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.