Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
-
-
Frame aluminium -
Travel Front 80mm -
Groupset microSHIFT, microSHIFT Mezzo -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ADT Custom FormTech 6061 Alloy, Integrated Headtube, Replaceable dropouts
Suspension Fork
Suspension, Alloy Crown and Lowers, 80mm Travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Micro Shift RD-M21L
Front Derailleur
Micro Shift FD-M22
Shift Levers
Micro Shift TS39 21 speed triggers
Cassette
Micro Shift CS-H071, 7-Speed, 12-28T Cassette
Crank
Alloy crank 48/38/28T
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge
Chain
KMC HP6L
Pedals
Resin Platform with ball bearings
Wheels
Front Hub
Front: Alloy 32H QR, Rear: 32H Alloy Cassette Disc
Rear Hub
Front: Alloy 32H QR, Rear: 32H Alloy Cassette Disc
Rims
Lightweight Alloy 32H Double Wall Disc
Spokes
Stainless Steel
Tires
MTB fast rolling 27.5 x 2.3
Brakes
Brakes
JAK 7B Mechanical Disc, 160mm rotors
Brake Levers
Alloy
Cockpit
Handlebar
Lightweight Alloy Riser, 15 Rise, 9 Sweep, 680mm wide, 31.8mm
Grips
MTB Kraton soft comfort
Headset
1 1/8th Ahead Internal semi cartridge
Seat
Saddle
Zero Sport
Seatpost
Alloy 27.2 x 300mm, alloy QR
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 617 mm | 628 mm | 631 mm | 652 mm | 677 mm |
| Rake | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 528 mm | 550 mm | 563 mm | 583 mm | 608 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 380 mm | 430 mm | 480 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1060 mm | 1071 mm | 1074 mm | 1095 mm | 1120 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Standover Height | 678 mm | 703 mm | 745 mm | 777 mm | 804 mm |
| Wheels | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
Black Thunder 1 belongs to the Avanti Black model. Avanti released 9 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Avanti Black bikes models from 2022, 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 Fitness bikes
If you want an acceptable Fitness bike you should know that the average price is 656$. However, even though the average price of a Fitness bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Avanti Black Thunder 1 2022, has a aluminum model. After 700c wheels, 650b is the second most popular choice for road bikes. However, they don’t perform so well when you go over bumps and obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Black Thunder 1 comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
Sizes
Black Thunder 1 comes in 5 sizes, that range from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.