Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 20" -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
4130 chromoly, BMX freestyle geometry, removable brake mounts, integrated headset
Suspension Fork
4130 chromoly
Drivetrain
Crank
2-piece, tubular chromoly hollow spindle, 25T aluminum chainring
Bottom Bracket
Mid sealed bearing, Mid sealed bearing, 48-spline spindle
Chain
KMC HL1 Halflink
Pedals
Mongoose, nylon
Wheels
Front Hub
Aluminum, sealed-bearing, 3/8 in bolt, 36H
Rear Hub
Aluminum, sealed bearing freecoaster rear hub, 14 mm axle, 36H
Rims
Xposure Infinity-XD, aluminum double wall, 30 mm ID, 36H
Spokes
14G, steel, black
Tires
20 in x 2.4 in, wire bead
Brakes
Brakes
U-brake, aluminum
Cockpit
Stem
Mongoose, threadless top load, 50 mm
Handlebar
Mongoose, 4130 chromoly, 29 in width, 8.75 in rise
Grips
Mongoose, 160 mm
Headset
Threadless, integrated 1-1/8", cartridge bearing
Seat
Saddle
Mongoose Pivotal
Seatpost
Pivotal, steel, 250 mm, 25.4 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | L500 | L100 | L80 | L60 | L40 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 20" | 20" | 20" | 20" | 20" |
About this model
Legion L500 completes the Mongoose Legion model. 9 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Mongoose Legion L18 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 199$. Mongoose Legion L500 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 509$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
BMX bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid BMX bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 348$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great BMX bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2020 for 509$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Legion L500 price is 46.26% higher than the average cost of a BMX bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
The wheels on Legion L500 are the 20″ aluminum type. The 20″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Mongoose Legion L500 is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.