Felt Compulsion 3 2009
2009 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,999$
Weight | 13.47 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Travel Rear 150mm -
Fork RockShox Pike
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Groupset SLX -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Equilink "Aggressive trail/All Mountain" Full Suspension, 7005 Double-Butted Aluminum w/Hydroform TT & ALLOY SEAT AND CHAINSTAYS 150mm travel, 45mm Integrated Head Tube, Replaceable Derailleur Hanger, Disc-Brake Specific Compatible with Felt ISCG Mount
Suspension Fork
Felt Equilink "Aggressive trail/All Mountain" Full Suspension, 7005 Double-Butted Aluminum w/Hydroform TT & Alloy Seat and Chainstays, 150mm travel, Compatible with Felt ISCG Mount; Fox Float R XV Rear Shock; RockShox Pike 409 Dual Air 140mm travel Suspension Fork
Rear Shock
Fox Float R XV Air 7.875 x 2.25, Pro Pedal, Rebound Adjust, 220 Grams
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX RD-M662 "SHADOW" Top-Normal Version
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX FD-M661 Dual pull, Bottom swing
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX SL-M660
Cassette
CS-HG80 9-Speed Cassette, 11-32T
Crank
Shimano SLX FC-M660 Composite middle ring, Hollowtech II 44/32/22T, Lengths:15.5=170mm; 17.5-21.5=175mm
Bottom Bracket
Included with Crankset
Chain
Shimano HG-73
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Rims
WTB SPEEDDISC All Mountain Disc Doublewall Aluminum, 26 x 1.5 x 32H, 26mm Width, Safety seal bead, PRESTA Valve, Black Anodized, with Single Eyelets, 505 Grams, with WTB Decal
Spokes
Sandblast Black Stainless 14G, Brass Nipples
Tires
Felt Devox XAM Mountain tire, Aggressive ALL Mountain High Void tread design, XXX Traction Compound, 60 tpi case with Folding Tubeless ready bead, 26 x 2.3, Presta valve Inner Tubes
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX BR-M665, Centerlock Rotor Mount, Rotors 180mm Front; 160mm Rear
Brake Levers
Shimano SLX BL-M665
Cockpit
Stem
FELT All Mountain stem, 3D Forged Alloy, 4-bolt design, 31.8 Bar Bore. Sizes 15.5"-17.5"=80mm, 19.5-21.5"=100mm
Handlebar
FELT XAM All Mountain Handlebar Butted Oversize 6061 Aluminum, 31.8mm clamp diameter, 25mm Rise, 8 degree bend with 4 degree sweep, Width: 680mm
Grips
Felt AM Grip Custom "LOCK-ON" Design with Alloy Ends Single-Density Extra-Soft & Sticky (Recipe #25) Durometer, 130mm Length, 30mm OD
Headset
Integrated 1-1/8" Aheadset--Cane Creek Type 45 Degree Sealed Cartridge Bearing, with Alloy Laser Top Cap, Custom Curved 1 x 15mm + 2 x 5mm Straight Washers
Seat
Saddle
FELT XAM SADDLE Wide Nose, Broad flat rear with soft tissue relief channel. Rear "Jewel Safe" crush zone, Kevlar protected edges, Stitch free top, smooth leg chafe protection. 7mm Rails
Seatpost
Felt Alloy All Mountain Micro-Adjust, 100% Black, 6061 Low-Profile Forged Head & Extruded Rail Clamps, 30.9x350mm (CEN)
Model Overview
Compulsion 3 is part of the Felt Compulsion model. Felt released 30 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Felt Compulsion bikes models from 2009, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Felt Compulsion 4 2009 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1999$. On the other hand, Felt Compulsion 1 2009, is the most expensive and costs 4599$.
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 Enduro bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Enduro bike is 3599$. However, even though the average price of an Enduro bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This bike was released in 2009 and its price was 2999$. Comparing this to the average Enduro bike price, we see that the price is 20.01% lower.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
Enduro bikes weigh an average of 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
With a weight of 13.47 kg (29.7 lbs), Felt bike is a bit lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 5.94% lighter than the average weight of Enduro bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox Pike is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 150mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Rear Shock
The Compulsion 3 has a rear shock with a travel of 150mm. The model Fox Float R XV Air 7.875 x 2.25 is the one installed in this bike. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
The Compulsion 3 2009 bike is equipped with 26″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Compulsion 3 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.