ELOPS Hoprider 500 Urban Hybrid 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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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 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
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: 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.
Model Overview
Hoprider 500 Urban Hybrid Bike completes the Elops Hoprider model. There are 24 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
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
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
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Hybrid bike is 562$. However, even though the average price of a Hybrid bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 485$. Comparing this to the average Hybrid bike price, we see that the price is 15.88% smaller.
Hybrid bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Hybrid bike, we get 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.
ELOPS Hoprider 500 Urban Hybrid Bike it’s weighing 16.9 kg (37.26 lbs). At this weight, is much heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Hybrid bike weighs 22.02% less than Hoprider 500 Urban Hybrid Bike.
Hoprider 500 Urban Hybrid Bike components
Wheels
The Hoprider 500 Urban Hybrid Bike 2020 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. 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. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.