ELOPS Hoprider 900 Long Distance City Bike 2020
2020 Urban
Estimate price |
879$
Weight | 19.3 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Fork SunTour NEX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
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. Brake and derailleur housing integrated in the frame. Available in 3 sizes: M, L and XL. M: (M: 1.60 m to 1.70 m / L: 1.70m to 1.85m/XL: 1.85 m to 1.95 m).
Suspension Fork
The Suntour Nex suspension fork is suitable for both urban journeys and touring (elastomer elements and steel, spring suspension ensure excellent damping). This fork considerably improves traction around bends and makes emergency braking safer (no sticking due to wheels locking). It can be locked out as you ride for improved performance on smooth roads.
Drivetrain
Cassette
Shimano FC-T 3010 chainset, 170 mm 48x36x26T. HG 400 Alivio 9-speed cassette 11/32 (11-12-14-16-18-21-24-28-32).
Pedals
Aluminium city trekking pedals.
Wheels
Rims
Large wheels (700) for greater stability at high speeds. Double-wall aluminium rims increase resistance to torsion and impacts. Shimano Dynamo front hub and Shimano Deore rear cassette hub.
Tires
Schwalbe Marathon 700 x 38 stiff bead tyres with reflective strips. Weight of 920 g, highly durable 66 TPI carcass. Puncture-resistant strip. Inner tubes are equipped with car valves: allowing the tyres to be inflated at a service station.
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano front and rear hydraulic disc brakes with Shimano brake levers. The hydraulic disc brake is the most powerful solution in an urban environment. It can easily slow down a bike, even if it's carrying a load.
Model Overview
Hoprider 900 Long Distance City Bike belongs to the Elops Hoprider model. ELOPS released 24 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
ELOPS Hoprider 100 Long Distance Low Frame City Bike 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 364$. On the other hand, ELOPS Hoprider 900 Urban Hybrid Bike 2020, is the most expensive and costs 789$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
General Urban bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid General Urban bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 499$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality General Urban bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 789$. In conclusion, this bike price is 58.12% more expensive than the price of the average General Urban bike.
General Urban bikes average weight
The average weight for General Urban bikes is 13.11 kg (28.9 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.
ELOPS Hoprider 900 Long Distance City Bike it’s weighing 19.3 kg (42.55 lbs). At this weight, is much heavier than average. In conclusion, the average General Urban bike weighs 47.22% less than Hoprider 900 Long Distance City Bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The SunTour NEX is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
The Hoprider 900 Long Distance City Bike 2020 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Hoprider 900 Long Distance City 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, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
ELOPS Hoprider 900 Long Distance City Bike 2020 is available in one size only. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.