Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
-
Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Tiagra -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Bianchi Chromolite Cr-Mo, TIG welded, double butted
Suspension Fork
Bianchi Cr-Mo, 1 1/8"
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra 10sp
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra
Shift Levers
Shimano Tiagra 10sp
Cassette
Shimano Tiagra 11-32T
Crank
Shimano Tiagra 50X34
Bottom Bracket
Included w/crankset
Chain
Shimano CN-HG54 10sp
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula RX-25 alloy
Rear Hub
Formula RX-2611 alloy
Rims
Alex ATD490
Tires
Kenda Kwick Tendril 700x35c
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes CX Expert mechanical disc brake
Disk Rotors
Hayes, 6 bolt, 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Reparto Corse 3D forged alloy
Handlebar
Bianchi Alloy flat top
Headset
VP-A51
Seat
Saddle
WTB Speed V
Seatpost
Bianchi Alloy
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 46cm | 49cm | 51cm | 53cm | 55cm | 57cm | 59cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm |
| Front Center | 586 mm | 597 mm | 594 mm | 595 mm | 600 mm | 610 mm | 620 mm | 620 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 510 mm | 520 mm | 525 mm | 535 mm | 550 mm | 560 mm | 575 mm | 585 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm | 155 mm | 170 mm | 185 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1002 mm | 1013 mm | 1010 mm | 1011 mm | 1016 mm | 1031 mm | 1041 mm | 1041 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Volpe Disc completes the Bianchi Volpe model. There are 13 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Bianchi Volpe bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Bianchi Volpe 2017 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1299$. On the other hand, Bianchi Volpe Disc 2017, is the most expensive and costs 1499$.
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 Road bikes
If you want an acceptable General Road bike you should know that the average price is 1915$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great General Road bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2017 and its price was 1499$. If we compare this with the average General Road bike cost we notice that the price is 27.75% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Bianchi Volpe Disc 2017, has a 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Bianchi Volpe Disc has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.