Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Fuji Altair 1 Aluminum with PowerDiamond down tube, top tube/seat tube gusset, Integrated head tube, down tube gusset, double water bottle mounts
Suspension Fork
NEW SR Suntour CR-940 LO, 63mm travel w/ Mechanical Lock Out
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT, Top Normal
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore, 31.8mm
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore Rapid Fire Shifter Lever, 27-speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-950, 11-32T 9-speed
Crank
Shimano FC-M443, 26/36/48T w/Chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge Bearing ST
Chain
KMC HG-73 9speed
Pedals
Wellgo ATB w/steel cage
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-RM60, 32H QR
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-RM60 cassette, 32H QR
Rims
Alex, ID-19 double wall aluminum, CNC side wall
Spokes
14 G Stainless Steel
Tires
Continental Country Ride, 700 X 37c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M431 forged Aluminum linear pull
Brake Levers
Shimano BL-M420, 2 finger forged alloy
Cockpit
Stem
Fuji Forged aluminum, adjustable angle
Handlebar
Fuji Riser 30mm Aluminum ATB
Headset
Ritchey Logic Zero Comp 1 1/8" Press Fit Integrated, 30mm spacers
Seat
Saddle
Fuji Comp MTB
Seatpost
Fuji suspension, black anodized 300 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 280 mm | 280 mm | 280 mm | 280 mm | 280 mm |
| Front Center | 618 mm | 618 mm | 625 mm | 634 mm | 648 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 552.9 mm | 565.6 mm | 572.7 mm | 580.8 mm | 594.3 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm | 140 mm | 155 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1047 mm | 1047 mm | 1054 mm | 1063 mm | 1077 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 740 mm | 762 mm | 786 mm | 817 mm | 842 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Sunfire 1.0 completes the Fuji Sunfire model. Fuji released 43 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Fuji Sunfire bikes models from 2008, by clicking here.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for General Urban bikes
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.
General Urban bikes average weight
General Urban bikes weigh an average of 13.11 kg (28.9 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Sunfire 1.0 weighs 13.1 kg (28.88 lbs) and is slightly lighter than the average. To sum up, it’s 0.08% lighter than the average weight of General Urban bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour model. The travel on this model is 63mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
The Sunfire 1.0 2008 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Sunfire 1.0 has Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.