Haro Downtown DLX 2021
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Steel
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Wheels 20"
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Suspension Rigid
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Brakes Rim
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Full Hi-Ten Frame w/ Integrated HT & MID BB Shell
Suspension Fork
Full Hi-Ten 1 1/8" Threadless w/ Tapered Legs & w/ 990 Mounts
Drivetrain
Cassette
25T Steel
Crank
3-pc Cr-Mo 8 Spline 170mm
Bottom Bracket
Sealed MID BB
Chain
KMC 410
Pedals
Low-Pro Nylon w/ Cr-Mo Axle, 9/16
Wheels
Front Hub
Steel Shell 36h, Loose Ball
Rear Hub
Alloy Shell Cassette, 36h, Loose Ball w/ Sealed Bearing Driver
Rims
20" Alloy 36h, Single Wall
Tires
Haro La Mesa 20 x 2.4"
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Alloy 990 U-Brake Front & Rear
Brake Levers
Haro 78 Alloy Hinged Lever Front & Rear
Cockpit
Stem
Forged Alloy Top-Load, 50mm Ext.
Handlebar
Full Hi-Ten, 8" Rise / 8.25" Rise
Grips
Haro Team Grips
Headset
Sealed Integrated, 1 1/8"
Seat
Saddle
Haro Padded Adjustable
Seatpost
Steel, 25.4mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
Downtown DLX is a Haro Downtown model. There are 21 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Haro Downtown bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Haro Downtown 16 2021 has a starting price of 389$. Haro Downtown 24 2021 on the other hand is the most expensive at 469$.
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 BMX bikes
If you want to purchase a solid BMX bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 348$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a BMX bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Haro released this model in 2021, its price was 419$. In conclusion, this bike price is 20.4% higher than the price of the average BMX bike.
BMX bikes average weight
The average weight for BMX bikes is 10.54 kg (23.24 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.
With a weight of 13.24 kg (29.19 lbs), Haro bike is much heavier than average. In short, the average BMX bike weight is 25.62% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Haro Downtown DLX 2021, has a 20″ aluminum model. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Downtown DLX 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.
