Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Handmade Advanced Butted 7005 Aluminum with Rear Rack Mounts (brazeons), double water bottle mounts
Suspension Fork
Motobecane Unicrown CrMo Triple Butted Chromoly with one eyelet
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-R221-R Precision Integrated Brake and Shifting
Cassette
Shimano Hyperglide 11-32T, 8-Speed (24 gears total)
Crank
LSC Road Aluminum, Gloss Black Finish 30x42x52 Triple / Square Taper, Sealed Bearing 68mm
Bottom Bracket
LSC Road Aluminum, Gloss Black Finish 30x42x52 Triple / Square Taper, Sealed Bearing 68mm
Chain
KMC Z9000 for 9 Speed
Wheels
Rims
Alex-R500 rim, 700c Silver anodized with Machined brake track, Formula hubs, dust sealed caged bearing with Quick Release, stainless steel spokes, radial laced front
Tires
Kenda Kwest, Road 700x28 / Presta valve
Brakes
Brakes
ProMax Aluminum Alloy Silver Finish
Brake Levers
Shimano ST-R221 Precision Integrated Brake/Shifting
Cockpit
Handlebar
Kalloy Aluminum with Comfort bend 26.0mm / Kalloy Adjustable Rise, Aluminum, threadless, 1 1/8" / Velo Dual Comfort Density
Headset
TH cage ball bearing headset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm |
| Front Center | 609 mm | 611 mm | 614 mm | 620 mm | 628 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 502 mm | 518 mm | 533 mm | 538 mm | 558 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 72 ° |
| Chainstay Length | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1037 mm | 1039 mm | 1042 mm | 1048 mm | 1056 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 698 mm | 723 mm | 752 mm | 800 mm | 838 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Cafe Latte is a Motobecane Cafe model. Motobecane launched 5 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Motobecane Cafe Express 3 2018 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 799$. Motobecane Cafe Noir 2018 on the other hand costs 1799$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
General Urban bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy General Urban bike is 499$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Urban bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Motobecane Cafe Latte price was 995$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Cafe Latte price is 99.4% more expensive than the average cost of a General Urban bike.
Cafe Latte components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Cafe Latte model has 700c aluminum wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. 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 Cafe Latte 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.