Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Tiagra -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt Variable Road Disc FLite custom butted aluminum, hydroform smooth welded construction, BB386 bottom bracket shell, 12 x 142mm with Syntace style thru axle, flat mount disc brake standard, replaceable rear derailleur hanger, internal mechanical cable routing
Suspension Fork
Felt Variable Road UHC Advanced carbon fiber monocoque construction, size specific ControlTaper carbon fiber steerer tube, integrated crown race, crown and blades. Flat mount disc standard, 12 x 100mm thru axle
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra 10-speed long cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra clamp-on, ¯31.8mm
Shift Levers
Shimano Tiagra 10-speed
Cassette
Shimano 10-speed, 11-34T
Crank
Shimano Tiagra, 50/34T,43 - 47cm: 165mm, 51cm: 170mm, 54 - 56cm: 172.5mm, 58 - 61cm: 175mm
Bottom Bracket
Token BB386 with 24mm bearings
Chain
KMC X-10 EPT, 10-speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Devox RSL3D, 12 x 100mm thru axle, 6-bolt, 28H
Rear Hub
Devox RSL3D, 11-speed, 12 x 142mm thru axle, 6-bolt, 28H
Rims
Devox Variable Road VR2.1, tubeless compatible 21mm inner width, 23mm depth
Spokes
2.0mm stainless steel
Tires
Vittoria Zaffiro folding, 700 x 28c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro MD-C610 dual piston flat mount disc, 160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano Tiagra
Cockpit
Stem
Devox VariableAngle, ±8¡/±16¡ rise, ¯31.8mm, 43cm: 70mm, 47cm : 80mm, 51cm: 90mm, 54 - 56cm: 100mm, 58cm: 110mm, 61cm: 120mm
Handlebar
Devox Road Endurance, 65mm reach, 125mm drop, ¯31.8mm, 43-47cm: 380mm, 51cm: 400mm, 54 - 56cm: 420mm, 58 - 61cm: 440mm
Headset
FSA integrated sealed cartridge bearing with Felt VariableHeight Cone Spacers (20mm PC, 4.5mm aluminum), Felt top cap, 43 - 47cm: IS-21, 1.125", 51 - 61cm: No.42, 1.125 - 1.5"
Seat
Saddle
Devox MIG
Seatpost
Devox UHC Performance carbon fiber with microadjust head, ¯27.2mm x 344mm length
About this model
VR 40 completes the Felt Vr model. Felt launched 25 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Felt VR 60 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 999$. Felt VR Advanced Ultegra Di2 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 5499$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Endurance bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Endurance bike is 2346$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Endurance bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 1299$. If we compare this with the average Endurance bike cost we notice that the price is 80.6% smaller.
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.
VR 40 components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
The wheels on VR 40 are the 700c aluminum type. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Felt VR 40 has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
Felt VR 40 2020 is available in one size only. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.