B’TWIN Hoprider 500 Urban Hybrid Bike 2020
2020 Urban
Estimate price |
534$
Weight | 16.9 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Shimano, Tourney -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
The aluminium step-over frame is light, rigid and stable. The 6061 aluminium frame has undergone heat treatment to increase its durability. Available in three sizes: M, L and XL. (M: 1.60m to 1.70m / L: 1.70m to 1.85m/XL: 1.85m to 1.95m).
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Fire Plus 8-speed rear derailleur
Shift Levers
Shimano Tourney trigger shifters
Cassette
Shimano triple chainset with guard 48-38-28T, Shimano CS-HG41 cassette, 8 speeds 11-32T
Pedals
Aluminium pedals.
Wheels
Rims
Large wheels (700) for greater stability at high speeds. Double-wall aluminium rims increase resistance to torsion and impacts.
Tires
Kenda ATB 700 x 38 stiff bead tyres with reflective strips. Weight of 920 g, highly durable 22 TPI carcass. Puncture-resistant strip. Inner tubes are equipped with car valves, so tyres can be inflated at a service station.
Brakes
Brakes
Front and rear V-Brakes with Shimano lever. Pads can be easily changed.
About this model
Hoprider 500 Urban Hybrid Bike completes the Btwin Hoprider model. B’TWIN released 6 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Btwin Hoprider bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the B’TWIN Hoprider 100 Urban Hybrid Bike – Low Frame 2020 has a starting price of 364$. B’TWIN Hoprider 900 Urban Hybrid Bike 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 668$.
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.
Average price for Hybrid bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Hybrid bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 562$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Hybrid bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2020 for 485$. Comparing this to the average Hybrid bike price, we see that the price is 15.88% smaller.
Hybrid bikes average weight
The average weight for Hybrid bikes is 13.85 kg (30.53 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 16.9 kg (37.26 lbs), B’TWIN bike is much heavier than average. In short, the average Hybrid bike weight is 22.02% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Wheels
The wheels on Hoprider 500 Urban Hybrid Bike are the 700c aluminum type. 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Hoprider 500 Urban Hybrid Bike comes with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
B’TWIN Hoprider 500 Urban Hybrid Bike 2020 is available in one size only. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.