Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Metropoli Triple-Hydroformed, Butted Aluminum
Suspension Fork
Bianchi Aluminum 1 1/8"
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Front Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus
Cassette
Shimano Alivio 7sp 12-32T
Crank
Shimano Tourney 48/38/28
Chain
KMC Z51
Pedals
VP-516A
Wheels
Tires
Spectra S-Amber 700 x 37
Brakes
Brakes
V-Brake
Cockpit
Stem
Bianchi alloy
Handlebar
Bianchi alloy, 20mm rise
Grips
Herrmans Primergo Flite DD22B ergonomic
Headset
VP-A42E
Seat
Saddle
Selle San Marco Elba Arrowhead
Seatpost
Tec Obvius alloy
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Metropoli Dama belongs to the Bianchi Metropoli model. 6 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Bianchi Metropoli bikes models from 2013, here.
Model range prices
Bianchi Metropoli Uno 2013 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 699$. Bianchi Metropoli Due 2013 on the other hand costs 899$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for General Urban bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a General Urban bike that is reliable is 499$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great General Urban bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Bianchi Metropoli Dama price was 699$. In conclusion, this bike price is 40.08% higher than the price of the average General Urban bike.
Metropoli Dama components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Bianchi Metropoli Dama 2013, has a 700c 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. Bianchi Metropoli Dama has Rim brakes installed. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.