Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Fork SunTour -
Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUMINIUM PERFORMANCE
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour M3010 (skok 50mm)
Rear Shock
NO
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera RD-M360 SGS
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus ST-EF500 (3x7)
Cassette
SHIMANO MF TZ500
Crank
SR SUNTOUR
Bottom Bracket
FP-B902
Chain
S50
Pedals
FP-804
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano Nexus DH-C3000
Rear Hub
Aluminium
Rims
Kross (aluminium, podwójna ?cianka)
Tires
MITAS GRIPPER V84 42-622
Brakes
Brakes
V-BRAKE
Brake Levers
SHIMANO EF500
Cockpit
Stem
Aluminium regulowany (DM/DL/S-90mm, M/L/XL-110mm, 25.4mm)
Handlebar
Steel (610mm, 25.4mm)
Headset
FP-H815 O1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
VELO VL-6273
Seatpost
ALUMINIUM 27,2x350
Motor & Battery
Remote
NO
Model Overview
TRANS 3.0 is a Kross Trans model. Kross launched 50 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Kross Trans bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Kross TRANS 1.0 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 316$. Kross TRANS 11.0 2020 on the other hand costs 1220$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Touring bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Touring bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1007$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Touring bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Kross TRANS 3.0 price was 427$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that TRANS 3.0 price is 135.83% lower than the average cost of a Touring bike.
TRANS 3.0 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour model. The travel on this model is mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
The TRANS 3.0 2020 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, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Kross TRANS 3.0 has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.