Motobecane GRAND RECORD Sport Tiagra Sora 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
1,395$
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
Kinesis Handmade Double-Butted 7005 Aluminum Main Frame with replaceable derailleur hanger and 2xH2O brazeons
Suspension Fork
Kinesis StraightBlade 12K CARBON Fiber 1.125 inch steerer, 50/52/54/56/58/60/62cm = 176/186/196/206/216/231/261mm
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Sora 2300 STI
Cassette
Shimano HG 12-25T 9 speed (27 gears total)
Crank
FSA Vero Aluminum arms, triple ring 50/39/30T / 68mm Sealed Bearing cartridge
Bottom Bracket
FSA Vero Aluminum arms, triple ring 50/39/30T / 68mm Sealed Bearing cartridge
Chain
KMC Z9000 SuperNarrow 9spd
Wheels
Rims
ZeroLite by Vuelta, forged aluminum, Contact Labyrinth Sealed Ball Bearings and Quick Release front and rear
Tires
Continental UltraSport High pressure road 700c, presta valve tubes
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Aluminum black finish
Brake Levers
Shimano Sora 2300 Brake/Shift STI
Cockpit
Handlebar
SKYE Aluminum alloy black / SKYE Aluminum alloy black, 1.125 inch steerer, 31.8mm OS clamp
Headset
Cane Creek Threadless Aheadset 1.125 inch, Rubber Sealed Ball Bearing
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 48cm | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 60cm | 62cm | 64cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 269 mm | 269 mm | 269 mm | 269 mm | 269 mm | 269 mm | 269 mm | 269 mm | 269 mm |
| Front Center | 564 mm | 589 mm | 590 mm | 593 mm | 594 mm | 599 mm | 606 mm | 610 mm | 622 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 510 mm | 520 mm | 530 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 575 mm | 587 mm | 607 mm | 617 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 480 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm | 600 mm | 620 mm | 640 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Chainstay Length | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm |
| Wheelbase | 959 mm | 984 mm | 985 mm | 988 mm | 989 mm | 994 mm | 1001 mm | 1005 mm | 1017 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm |
| Standover Height | 730 mm | 735 mm | 755 mm | 765 mm | 785 mm | 805 mm | 825 mm | 837 mm | 855 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
GRAND RECORD Sport Tiagra Sora is part of the Motobecane Grand Record model. There is 1 bike that carries this model name.
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.
Average price for General Road bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy General Road bike is 1915$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great General Road bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2018 for 1395$. Comparing the average cost of a General Road bike to this one, you will see that GRAND RECORD Sport Tiagra Sora price is 37.28% smaller.
GRAND RECORD Sport Tiagra Sora components
Fork material
The fork on this bike 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 GRAND RECORD Sport Tiagra Sora 2018 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The GRAND RECORD Sport Tiagra Sora comes 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.