Carrera Vulcan Mens Mountain Bike 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
542$
Weight | 15 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork SunTour XCM
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Groupset Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCM w/ lockout, 120mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-M2000 Altus 9 speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus FD-M2020, 34.9mm
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200 9 speed cassette, 11-34T
Crank
Prowheel 36/22T, square taper (S - 170mm, M/L/XL- 175mm)
Bottom Bracket
Sealed bearing
Chain
KMC X9, 9-speed
Pedals
Alloy MTB pedal, 9/16"
Wheels
Front Hub
Black, alloy, Quick release 9x100mm
Rear Hub
Black, alloy, Quick release 10x141mm
Rims
Carrera double-wall alloy, 32H
Tires
Carrera Puncture Protect by Kenda, MTB
Brakes
Brakes
Clarks Clout hydraulic disc brake, 180mm rotor
Cockpit
Handlebar
Carrera riser bar, 15mm rise, 31.8mm clamp, Width: S - 720mm M/L/XL - 740mm
Grips
Carrera MTB
Headset
Semi-integrated, 1 1/8"
Seat
Seatpost
Carrera Alloy, 31.6mm, 34.9mm clamp
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm |
| Rake | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 566 mm | 588 mm | 611 mm | 631 mm | 651 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 355 mm | 410 mm | 460 mm | 510 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
Vulcan Mens Mountain Bike is a Carrera Vulcan model. There are 3 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Carrera Vulcan Womens Mountain Bike 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 487$. Carrera Vulcan Mens Mountain Bike 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 487$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Trail bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2020 for 487$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that Vulcan Mens Mountain Bike price is 467.15% smaller.
Trail bikes average weight
The average weight for Trail bikes is 12.98 kg (28.62 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.
much heavier than average, Vulcan Mens Mountain Bike has a weight of 15 kg (33.07 lbs). To sum up, it’s 15.56% heavier than the average weight of Trail bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The Vulcan Mens Mountain Bike comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCM fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Vulcan Mens Mountain Bike bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.