Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Claris, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminum alloy with Bi-Axle down tube, Integrated HeadTube, Double water bottle mounts Gallery of pics (Note: Motobecane USA is using 7005 and 6000 series frames to meet production demands. Both are engineered to be virtually identical in weight and performance)
Suspension Fork
Motobecane CrMo Cross fork (STEERER 1.125 inch) with front fender mounts
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Sora 2300
Cassette
SRAM 9-speed, 11-26T
Crank
FSA Vero Aluminum Forged crankarms, 50/39/30T Chainrings, 130BCD, (170mm 49-52cm / 172.5mm 54-56cm / 175mm 58-61cm)
Bottom Bracket
FSA Vero Aluminum Forged crankarms, 50/39/30T Chainrings, 130BCD, (170mm 49-52cm / 172.5mm 54-56cm / 175mm 58-61cm)
Chain
KMC Z9000, 9 Speed
Wheels
Rims
Alex R500 w/CNC Sidewalls 6061 T6 Aluminum, Forged Aluminum hubs with standard contact sealed cage ball bearing, 14g Stainless spokes
Tires
Kenda Kwick Cross, 700 x 32c or 30c (As Available) + presta tubes / Presta Valve tubes
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Oryx Cantilever
Brake Levers
Shimano Sora ST-3400 Brake/Shift STI 9 speed (27 gears total) AND Tektro RL570 Cross Top Levers on handlebar top section
Cockpit
Handlebar
31.8 OS butted Aluminum Road / Ritchey Logic Aluminum 1.125 inch steerer, 31.8mm OS clamp
Headset
Cane Creek, 1.125" Threadless w/ Sealed Bearing
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 49cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm | 64cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 283 mm | 283 mm | 283 mm | 283 mm | 283 mm | 283 mm | 283 mm |
| Front Center | 581 mm | 591 mm | 598 mm | 601 mm | 609 mm | 619 mm | 639 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 530 mm | 534 mm | 553 mm | 565 mm | 575 mm | 595 mm | 615 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 490 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm | 610 mm | 640 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1007 mm | 1017 mm | 1024 mm | 1027 mm | 1035 mm | 1045 mm | 1065 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Standover Height | 757 mm | 777 mm | 790 mm | 800 mm | 819 mm | 846 mm | 876 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Fantom Cross3 completes the Motobecane Fantom model. There are 19 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Motobecane FANTOM 29 XC Trail 2018 has a starting price of 1095$. Motobecane FANTOM 29 4by4 FS DynaSys 30 XTR 2018 on the other hand is the most expensive at 4999$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Cyclocross bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Cyclocross bike is 2012$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Cyclocross bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Motobecane released this model in 2018, its price was 1695$. If we compare this with the average Cyclocross bike cost we notice that the price is 18.7% lower.
Overview of components
Fork material
Fantom Cross3 has a steel fork, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Fantom Cross3 model has 700c aluminum wheels. 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Fantom Cross3 has Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.