Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Nexus, Alfine -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Felt 700c wheel X:City design; double butted 6061 aluminum hydroformed top tube; eccentric bottom bracket
Suspension Fork
Felt Alloy Fork 1-1/8" Alloy Steerer tube, Crown and Legs, V-brake bosses and Fender eyelets
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
SHIMANO SL-8S20 Revo shifter Nexus hub 8 speed lever with optical gear display
Cassette
KMC Z7 1/2 x 3/32, 8-Speed
Crank
Shimano Alfine FC-S500 45t Single ring with Chainguard. Sizes - 44/48/49/52/55/58cm = 170mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Alfine Included with Crank
Chain
Shimano Nexus 20t CP
Pedals
VP-199 MTB Design Alloy Cage / Alloy Body, Toe Clip Compatible, Silver / Black
Wheels
Front Hub
Cold-Forged Aluminum Body, 36H, with Rubber Seals & Alloy Quick Release
Rear Hub
Shimano Nexus SG8R35 Premium 8 speed internal hub 36 hole
Rims
WTB DUAL DUTY XC lightweight doublewall, Black Anodized CNC sidewall, 36 Hole
Spokes
Stainless 14G
Tires
Felt X:City tire 120TPI with Folding bead 700 x 37
Brakes
Brakes
AVID Single Digit 5 RW V-Brake, Cold-Forged Alloy, with Steel Cartridge Pads, DIN Standards
Brake Levers
AVID FR-5 V-Brake Levers, Reach Adjust, 155 Grams
Cockpit
Stem
Felt 6061 Alloy, 3D Cold-Forged + CNC,1-1/8 Threadless 4-Bolt, 7 Degree Rise. CP Hardware. Extensions: 48cm=90mm / 52cm=100mm / 55cm=110mm / 58=120mm
Handlebar
Felt Moon Unit Bar
Grips
Felt Dual density Comfort grip
Headset
Semi-Integrated 1-1/8 Aheadset--Steel Cups, Caged Bearing, with Alloy Laser Top Cap, Custom Curved 1 x 15mm + 2 x 5mm Straight Washers
Seat
Saddle
Felt city saddle
Seatpost
Felt Alloy Micro-Adjust, 100% Black, 2014 Low-Profile Forged Head & Extruded Rail Clamps, 27.2mm x 350mm (CEN)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 48cm | 52cm | 55cm | 44W | 58cm | 49W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 623 mm | 623.8 mm | 629.2 mm | 609.5 mm | 633.5 mm | 625.2 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 549.6 mm | 558.9 mm | 569.4 mm | 581.5 mm | 583.2 mm | 601 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 421 mm | 461 mm | 491 mm | 220 mm | 521 mm | 220 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 72 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 125 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm | 160 mm | 195 mm | 180 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1061 mm | 1062 mm | 1066 mm | 1048 mm | 1072 mm | 1063 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 752 mm | 789 mm | 817 mm | 592 mm | 846 mm | 596 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
X-City 2 is a Felt X City model. Felt launched 5 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Felt X City bikes models from 2010, here.
Model range prices
Felt X-City 6 2010 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 449$. Felt X-City 1 2010 on the other hand costs 1499$, and is the most expensive model.
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 General Urban bikes
If you want an acceptable General Urban bike you should know that the average price is 499$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great General Urban bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, Felt X-City 2 price was 899$. Comparing this to the average General Urban bike price, we see that the price is 80.16% more expensive.
X-City 2 components
Fork material
X-City 2 has an aluminum fork, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
The wheels on X-City 2 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The X-City 2 comes with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.