Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 50mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Acera, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
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
SR Suntour CR-8V, 50mm travel w/Mechanical Lock Out
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Front Derailleur
Shimano C-051, 31.8mm
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-EF50 EZ-Fire brake/shifter, 24-speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-830,11-32T 8-speed
Crank
SR Suntour XCT-T208 forged Al, 28/38/48T w/Chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed Cartridge Bearing ST
Chain
KMC Z-72
Pedals
Wellgo ATB w/steel cage
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula sealed aluminum, 32H w/QR
Rear Hub
Formula sealed aluminum, cassette, 32H w// QR
Rims
Alex, ID 19 double wall aluminum, CNC side wall
Spokes
14G Stainless Steel
Tires
CST Cross Fire, 700 X 38c
Brakes
Brakes
ProMax forged aluminum, linear pull
Brake Levers
Shimano ST-EF50
Cockpit
Stem
Fuji Forged aluminum, adjustable angle
Handlebar
Fuji ATB Riser 30mm aluminum
Headset
V.P. A-42E 1 1/8" Press Fit Integrated, 30mm spacers
Seat
Saddle
Fuji Comp MTB
Seatpost
Fuji micro-adjust black anodized 350 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" | 20.5" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 521 mm | 559 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 |
Model Overview
Sunfire 3.0 (Step-over) completes the Fuji Sunfire model. Fuji released 43 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2008 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for General Urban bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable General Urban bike is 499$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Urban bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Average weight for General Urban bikes
The average weight for General Urban bikes is 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.
slightly heavier than average, Sunfire 3.0 (Step-over) has a weight of 13.3 kg (29.32 lbs). In conclusion, the average General Urban bike weighs 1.45% less than Sunfire 3.0 (Step-over).
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour model. The travel on this model is 50mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Fuji Sunfire 3.0 (Step-over) 2008, has a 700c aluminum model. 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Sunfire 3.0 (Step-over) has Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.