Fuji Silhouette 1.9 Disc 2017
2017 Urban
Estimate price |
489$
Weight | 12.13 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Acera, Tourney -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Fuji A2-SL custom butted alloy w/ 1-1/8" semi-integrated threadless headtube, internal shift cable routing, post disc mount, forged dropouts and replaceable hanger
Suspension Fork
Hi-Ten Steel, straight bladed w/ lowrider mounts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera, 8-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney
Shift Levers
Shimano EF500 Altus, EZ Fire 8-speed
Cassette
Shimano Altus, 11-32T, 8-speed
Crank
Shimano Tourney, 48/38/28T w/ chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
KMC HV700, 8-speed
Pedals
Resin platform
Wheels
Rims
Vera Corsa DPD17 double wall rims, 32h, alloy disc hubs, 14g spokes
Tires
Vera CityWide, 700 x 32c, 30tpi w/ Phalanx flat protection
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M280 Mechanical disc, 160mm/140mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano EZ Fire, 4-finger
Cockpit
Stem
Oval Concepts, forged aluminum, +/-20°
Handlebar
Oval Concepts riser bar, 6061 alloy, 18mm rise, 6° sweep, 25.4 clamp
Grips
Oval Concepts Comfort, Kraton
Headset
FSA, 1-1/8" semi-integrated threadless
Seat
Saddle
Oval Concepts Sport Women's, steel rail
Seatpost
Oval Concepts, 6061 alloy, 27.2mm diameter
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.24 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.32 mm |
| Front Center | 615 mm | 615 mm | 628 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 42 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Stack | 473 mm | 504 mm | 508 mm |
| Reach | 382 mm | 373 mm | 384 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 517 mm | 517 mm | 547 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 150 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1044 mm | 1044 mm | 1057 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 762 mm | 794 mm | 798 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
About this model
Silhouette 1.9 Disc is part of the Fuji Silhouette model. There are 18 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Fuji Silhouette bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Fuji Silhouette 1.9 Disc 2017 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 489$. On the other hand, Fuji Silhouette 1.1 Disc 2017, is the most expensive and costs 999$.
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.
General Urban bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid General Urban bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 499$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great General Urban bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Fuji Silhouette 1.9 Disc price was 489$. If we compare this with the average General Urban bike cost we notice that the price is 2.04% lower.
General Urban bikes average weight
General Urban bikes weigh an average of 13.11 kg (28.9 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.
a bit lighter than average, Silhouette 1.9 Disc has a weight of 12.13 kg (26.74 lbs). In other words, this model is 8.08% lighter than the average General Urban bike.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Fuji Silhouette 1.9 Disc 2017, has a 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
Silhouette 1.9 Disc comes in 3 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.