ELOPS Hoprider 500 Long Distance City Bike 2020
2020 Urban
Estimate price |
541$
Weight | 16.9 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
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 3 sizes: M, L and XL. (M: 1.60 m to 1.70 m / L: 1.70m to 1.85m/XL: 1.85 m to 1.95 m).
Drivetrain
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: allowing the tyres to 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 Long Distance City Bike completes the Elops Hoprider model. 24 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Elops Hoprider bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the ELOPS Hoprider 100 Long Distance Low Frame City Bike 2020 has a starting price of 364$. ELOPS Hoprider 900 Urban Hybrid Bike 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 789$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for General Urban bikes
If you want to purchase a solid General Urban bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 499$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Urban bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 485$. Comparing this to the average General Urban bike price, we see that the price is 2.89% lower.
General Urban bikes average weight
The average weight for General Urban bikes is 13.11 kg (28.9 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Weighing 16.9 kg (37.26 lbs), the Hoprider 500 Long Distance City Bike model is much heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 28.91% heavier than the average weight of General Urban bikes.
Overview of components
Wheels size
The wheels on Hoprider 500 Long Distance City Bike 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Hoprider 500 Long Distance City Bike has Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.