Motobecane FLY Team Titanium XC Shimano XTR 2018
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Titanium
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Wheels 26"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Fork RockShox SID
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Groupset XTR, FSA
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Suspension Hardtail
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Drivetrain 3 × 9
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Titanium 3AL/2.5V Butted and Geometric Multishaped tubes, 2xH2O Bosses (14" size has 1xH2O Bosses), S-Bend seatstays
Suspension Fork
Rockshox SID RACE 100mm Fork with CrownMounted MotionControl Damping/LockOut, 1.125" threadless aluminum steerer tube
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano XTR Rapidfire Plus SL-M970, Multi-release, Trigger shifter
Cassette
Shimano CS-6500 cassette, 9 speed 11-27T
Crank
FSA KForce Light Carbon crankset 175mm, Machined aluminum rings 44/32/22T / Mega EXO External Bearing 68mm
Bottom Bracket
FSA KForce Light Carbon crankset 175mm, Machined aluminum rings 44/32/22T / Mega EXO External Bearing 68mm
Chain
KMC SL9 for 9 Speed
Wheels
Rims
Vuelta XRP Team Super Light Disc, Precision Bearings, Alloy nipples, Bladed stainless steel spokes
Tires
Kenda Klimax Light 1.95x26" Kevlar bead tires. Ultra-light Presta Valve tubes.
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixir CR Mag hydraulic disc brakes, Avid G3 160mm Cleansweep Rotors
Brake Levers
Avid Elixir CR Mag hydraulic disc brake, Carbon fiber levers
Cockpit
Handlebar
Ritchey WCS Aluminum 31.8mm / Ritchey WCS Aluminum 31.8mm clamp / Ritchey WCS Hex foam
Headset
FSA Orbit XLII precision bearing headset
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 14" | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
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| Bottom Bracket Height | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm |
| Rake | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 356 mm | 406 mm | 457 mm | 508 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Wheelbase | 1026 mm | 1038 mm | 1051 mm | 1084 mm | 1089 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
About this model
FLY Team Titanium XC Shimano XTR belongs to the Motobecane Fly model. There are 6 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Motobecane Fly bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Motobecane FLY PRO XC Race XT / SLX 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2295$. Motobecane FLY TEAM 29 Ti XX Ed. XC Race SRAM XX 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 5595$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Motobecane released this model in 2018, its price was 5495$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 188.45% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox SID is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
The FLY Team Titanium XC Shimano XTR 2018 bike is equipped with 26″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The FLY Team Titanium XC Shimano XTR comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
