Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Claris, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Café, relaxed geometry, butted 6061 aluminum w/hydroform TT: forged dropout, replaceable hanger
Suspension Fork
Felt Café bonded crown, aluminum blades, 4130 Cr-Mo steerer tube
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 2300 mid-cage
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano Revo 8 speed twist shifter
Cassette
Sunrace 8-sp cassette 11 x 28T
Crank
3-piece aluminum, steel 38T chainring w/double Chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Euro cartridge type 68mm
Chain
KMC 8-sp Rustbuster 3/32
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
aluminum 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 cassette
Rims
700c double-wall aluminum: ground sidewalls w/wear indicator
Spokes
stainless steel 14G
Tires
Felt Café 60TPI skinwall Kevlar bead puncture resistant 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 gel, double-density base: gender-specific shapes
Seatpost
aluminum micro-adjust 27.2mm x 330mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 16" | 18" | 17" | 19" | 21" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Model Overview
Café 8 Deluxe W belongs to the Felt Cafe model. There are 50 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Felt Cafe bikes models from 2011, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Felt Café 1 W 2011 has a starting price of 349$. Felt Café 24 Deluxe 2011 on the other hand is the most expensive at 599$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for General Urban bikes
If you want an acceptable General Urban bike you should know that the average price is 499$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality General Urban bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2011 for 569$. Comparing the average cost of a General Urban bike to this one, you will see that Café 8 Deluxe W price is 14.03% higher.
Café 8 Deluxe W components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels
The Café 8 Deluxe W 2011 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.