Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Claris, Shimano
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain Single Speed
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Brakes Rim
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Café, relaxed geometry, 6061 aluminum w/hydroform TT, TIG welding: forged dropout, replaceable hanger
Suspension Fork
Felt Café uni-crown, 4130 cr-mo blades & steerer tube
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 2300 mid-cage
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano Revo 7 speed twist shifter
Cassette
Sunrace 7-sp spin-on freewheel 13 x 28T
Crank
3-piece aluminum, steel 38T chainring w/double Chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Euro cartridge type 68mm
Chain
KMC 7-sp Rustbuster 3/32
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
nylon platform w/non-slip rubber tread
Wheels
Front Hub
aluminum cold-forged sealed mechanism Q/R 32H
Rear Hub
aluminum cold-forged sealed mechanism Q/R 32H spin-on freewheel
Rims
700c double-wall aluminum: ground sidewalls w/wear indicator
Spokes
stainless steel 14G
Tires
Felt Café 30TPI skinwall 700x38c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro V-type, forged aluminum: w/anti-rust hardware, w/front power modulator
Brake Levers
Tektro alloy w/Kraton rubber comfort inserts, w/integrated bell
Cockpit
Stem
aluminum quill melt-forged single bolt
Handlebar
Felt aluminum touring type, gender-specific shape
Grips
Felt super soft Kraton rubber, 2-piece twist shifter grips
Headset
1-1/8” semi-integrated threaded
Seat
Saddle
Felt Café comfort foam, double-density base: gender-specific shapes
Seatpost
aluminum micro-adjust 27.2mm x 330mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 16" | 18" | 17" | 19" | 21" |
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| Front Center | 609 mm | 625 mm | 649 mm | 669 mm | 684 mm |
| Rake | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 500 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1102 mm | 1117 mm | 1142 mm | 1162 mm | 1177 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 614 mm | 641 mm | 724 mm | 763 mm | 800 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Café 7 W belongs to the Felt Cafe model. Felt released 50 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2011, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Felt Café 1 W 2011 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 349$. On the other hand, Felt Café 24 Deluxe 2011, is the most expensive and costs 599$.
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.
General Urban bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a General Urban bike that is reliable is 499$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Urban bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2011 for 449$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Café 7 W price is 11.14% smaller than the average cost of a General Urban bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels size
The wheels on Café 7 W are the 700c aluminum type. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Felt Café 7 W is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
