Boardman SLR 8.9 Alloy 2019
2019 Road
Estimate price |
1,355$
Weight | 8.9 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
160cm - 172cm
MD
170cm - 180cm
LG
177cm - 188cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 Alloy, smooth welded, endurance geometry
Suspension Fork
Full carbon blades and steerer, tapered
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105, 11 speed, short cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105, double, 34.9mm clamp
Shift Levers
Shimano 105 2x11
Cassette
Shimano 105, 11 speed, 11- 28
Crank
Shimano 105, hollowtech II 50/34t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB72-41b, press fit, hollowtech II
Chain
KMC X11
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula QR
Rear Hub
Formula QR
Rims
Mavic CXP Elite
Tires
Vittoria Rubino Pro, 700x25c, folding bead. Kenda tube, presta valve
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro R317, long arm
Cockpit
Stem
Boardman Alloy, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Boardman Alloy, 31.8mm clamp, 75mm reach, 120mm drop
Headset
FSA Orbit C-40 ACB, 1 1/8” - 1.5” Tapered, Integrated.
Seat
Saddle
Fizik Antares R7, alloy rails
Seatpost
Boardman Alloy, 27.2 x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm |
| Rake | 48 mm | 48 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 536 mm | 551 mm | 566 mm | 581 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 515 mm | 530 mm | 555 mm | 575 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm | 195 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 411 mm | 411 mm | 411 mm | 411 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 160 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 172 cm | 180 cm | 188 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
SLR 8.9 Alloy belongs to the Boardman Slr model. There are 32 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2019 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Boardman SLR 8.6 Alloy Womens 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 669$. Boardman SLR 9.8 Disc 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 7177$.
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.
Race bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Race bike is 3350$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Race bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Boardman released this model in 2019, its price was 1216$. Comparing this to the average Race bike price, we see that the price is 175.49% smaller.
Average weight for Race bikes
The average weight for Race bikes is 6.82 kg (15.04 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 8.9 kg (19.62 lbs), Boardman bike is much heavier than average. In other words, this model is 30.5% heavier than the average Race bike.
SLR 8.9 Alloy components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels size
The wheels on SLR 8.9 Alloy are the 700c aluminum type. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. 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. Boardman SLR 8.9 Alloy has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 160 cm – 195 cm (5.25 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.