Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Aero Road UHC Advanced MMC carbon fiber w/ 3KP weave, InsideOut internal molding process, machined threaded aluminum BB shell, internal mechanical cable routing, carbon fiber dropouts & 6061 forged aluminum replaceable derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
Felt Aero Road UHC Advanced monocoque fork, 100% carbon fiber 1.125"" steerer tube, crown, blades, & dropouts
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra SS short cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano Ultegra STI
Cassette
Shimano 11-25T
Crank
FSA Team Issue Compact, 52/36T; 51cm=170mm, 54cm-56cm=172.5mm, 58cm-61cm=175mm
Bottom Bracket
FSA MegaExo
Chain
Shimano 10 speed
Chain Guide
n/a
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano RS30 forged aluminum angular contact bearing 16H w/ Shimano quick release
Rear Hub
Shimano RS30 forged aluminum angular contact bearing 20H w/ 10 speed HG freehub body w/ Shimano quick release
Rims
Shimano WH-RS30 30mm deep aluminum rim, 16H front, 20H rear
Spokes
Shimano RS30 16H x 278mm front & 20 x 294mm rear bladed aero stainless steel w/ red aluminum nipples
Tires
Vittoria Rubino Pro Slick, 700c x 23c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Ultegra Super SLR dual pivot w/ cartridge brake pads
Brake Levers
Shimano Ultegra STI
Cockpit
Stem
Felt SL 6061 aluminum 3D forged +/-7° rise, Ø31.8mm bar clamp, custom Cr-Mo bolts, 131g; 51cm=90mm, 54cm=100mm, 56cm=100mm, 58cm=110mm, 61cm=120mm
Handlebar
Felt VS Aero 2014 triple butted aluminum w/ aerodynamic wing top section, w/ Variable Shape ergonomic drop, Ø31.8mm, 51cm=400mm, 54cm-56cm=420mm, 58cm-61cm=440mm
Grips
Felt gel tape w/ Felt logos
Headset
FSA 1.125"" integrated, w/ aluminum 25mm conical spacer, 1 X 10mm aluminum headset spacer, 2 x 5mm aluminum headset spacer, Felt aluminum top cap & 7075 anodized aluminum bolt
Seat
Saddle
Felt SL road saddle w/ carbon fiber injection molded base, polyurethane foam, embossed cover & hollow Cr-Mo rails
Seatpost
Felt Aero UHC Advanced carbon fiber standard offset bladed monocoque design, length = 300mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 51cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.36 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm |
| Front Center | 578 mm | 581 mm | 584.32 mm | 598 mm | 620 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 59 mm | 56 mm | 55 mm | 56 mm | 52 mm |
| Stack | 510 mm | 531 mm | 553 mm | 572 mm | 593 mm |
| Reach | 376 mm | 377 mm | 381 mm | 389 mm | 410 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 521 mm | 536 mm | 551.12 mm | 566 mm | 594 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.125 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 510 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm | 610 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 403 mm | 403 mm | 406 mm | 406 mm | 406 mm |
| Wheelbase | 971 mm | 974 mm | 980 mm | 993 mm | 1016 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 740 mm | 765 mm | 785 mm | 789 mm | 807 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
AR4 completes the Felt Ar4 model. Felt launched 7 bikes of this model so far.
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.
Aero bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of an Aero bike that is reliable is 4211$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Aero bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3499$. If we compare this with the average Aero bike cost we notice that the price is 20.35% smaller.
Aero bikes average weight
Aero bikes have an average weight of 7.34 kg (16.18 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 7.69 kg (16.95 lbs), Felt bike is slightly heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Aero bike weighs 4.77% less than AR4.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it’s a great addition to the bike’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the AR4 model has 700c aluminum wheels. 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.