Fuji Rakan 29 3.7 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,099$
Weight | 15.25 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset SLX, Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Fuji A6-SL custom-butted alloy front and rear triangle w/ shaped oversized down tube, smooth welds, hydroformed top tube, tapered 1 1/8" - 1.5" head tube, PF30 bottom bracket, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, w/ MLink patented suspension system, 148x12mm dropout, replaceable hanger, 120mm travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon Silver RL 29 Solo Air w/ tapered alloy steerer, Boost 110x15mm thru axle, 120mm travel
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch RL
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX shadow plus, 10-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore, side swing, direct-mount
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore, Rapid Fire, 20-speed
Cassette
Shimano HG50, 11-36T, 10-speed
Crank
Shimano M-627-B, Hollowtech II w/ integrated spindle, 36/22T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano sealed cartridge, PF30 adaptor included
Chain
KMC X10 w/ MissingLink, 10-speed
Wheels
Rims
Oval Concepts 200 Boost, 6-bolt hubs, 110x15mm & 148x12mm thru axles, 29" 32H rims
Tires
Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance, 29" x 2.25" 67tpi, folding
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M315, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano M315, hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Oval Concepts 313, 3D-forged 6061 stem body, +/-7°
Handlebar
Oval Concepts flat bar, 6061 alloy, 9° sweep, 31.8mm clamp
Grips
Oval Concepts 620, ergo shape, single lock on, single density Kraton
Headset
FSA NO. 9M/12B, 1 1/8" - 1.5", sealed cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Oval Concepts 200, steel rail
Seatpost
Oval Concepts 300, 6061 alloy, 30.9mm diameter
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.59 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.33 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 342 mm | 342 mm | 342 mm | 342 mm |
| Front Center | 663 mm | 698 mm | 721 mm | 750 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Stack | 609.5 mm | 609.5 mm | 618.2 mm | 619.5 mm |
| Reach | 384 mm | 419 mm | 438.4 mm | 467.4 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 553.5 mm | 588.5 mm | 610.5 mm | 639.5 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381.5 mm | 432.2 mm | 482.9 mm | 533.6 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1109 mm | 1144 mm | 1167 mm | 1196 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 32 mm | 32 mm | 32 mm | 32 mm |
| Standover Height | 764 mm | 774 mm | 774 mm | 791 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Rakan 29 3.7 completes the Fuji Rakan model. 37 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2017 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Fuji Rakan 29 3.7 2017 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2099$. Fuji Rakan 27.5+ 3.1 2017 is the most expensive one and costs 4999$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Fuji Rakan 29 3.7 price was 2099$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Rakan 29 3.7 price is 31.59% smaller than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Fuji Rakan 29 3.7 it’s weighing 15.25 kg (33.62 lbs). At this weight, is much heavier than average. In other words, this model is 17.49% heavier than the average Trail bike.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork installed. The fork’s travel is 120mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Fork material
The fork 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
As for the rear shock, this bike has the RockShox Monarch RL model, with a travel of 120mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
The Rakan 29 3.7 2017 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Rakan 29 3.7 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.