Breezer Downtown EX 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Altus, Shimano
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 1 × 8
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Brakes Rim
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Breezer chromoly steel, dual water bottle mounts
Suspension Fork
Breezer chromoly
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus, 8-Speed OR microSHIFT RD-M26S
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano Revo-Shift, 8-speed OR microSHIFT MS29-8 Twist-Shift
Cassette
Sunrace 13-34T, 8-speed
Crank
Forged 3-piece aluminum, 36T
Bottom Bracket
VP-BC73C cartridge-style
Chain
KMC
Pedals
VP, polished aluminum body, chromoly axle
Wheels
Rims
Breezer aluminum 36H hubs, Vera DPM16 aluminum double-wall GSW rims
Tires
Vera Citywide, 700 x 35c w/ Puncture Protection, reflective sidewall
Brakes
Brakes
Breezer aluminum linear pull, stainless hardware
Brake Levers
Aluminum, 4-finger ergonomic
Cockpit
Stem
Breezer Aluminum, 25.4, quill-style
Handlebar
Breezer North Road Steel, 25.4, 26mm rise, 590mm wide, 33° sweep
Grips
Breezer Perforated Comfort
Headset
FSA sealed, 1 1/8", threaded
Seat
Saddle
Breezer Comfort
Seatpost
Breezer Aluminum, 27.2mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 625 mm | 635 mm | 646 mm | 667 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 585 mm | 595 mm | 605 mm | 625 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 480 mm | 520 mm | 560 mm | 600 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 155 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1066 mm | 1076 mm | 1087 mm | 1108 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Standover Height | 769 mm | 786 mm | 819 mm | 846 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Downtown EX belongs to the Breezer Downtown model. 97 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Breezer Downtown EX 2023 has a starting price of 549$. Breezer Downtown EX ST 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 549$.
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.
Cruiser bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Cruiser bike you should know that the average price is 332$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Cruiser bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 549$. If we compare this with the average Cruiser bike cost we notice that the price is 65.36% higher.
Average weight for Cruiser bikes
The average weight for Cruiser bikes is 15.83 kg (34.9 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.
With a weight of 15.19 kg (33.49 lbs), Breezer bike is slightly lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Cruiser bike weighs 4.21% more than Downtown EX.
Downtown EX 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
When leaving the production line, the Downtown EX model has 700c aluminum wheels. 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Rim brakes. 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.
Sizes
Downtown EX comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
