reid Esprit Superlite Vintage Bike 2022
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Tourney
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 1 × 7
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Brakes Rim
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Reid Custom Vintage Style Alloy Frame
Suspension Fork
Reid Vintage Style Hi-Ten Steel Forks
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TY300
Shift Levers
Shimano Tourney FT55
Cassette
Shimano 7-speed freewheel (14-28t)
Crank
Prowheel Alloy Crankset 165mm 44T with Alloy Guard
Bottom Bracket
VP Sealed Bearing
Chain
KMC Z50
Pedals
Alloy Body and Cage 9/16" CRMO Axle
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy Standard Axle F & R
Rear Hub
Alloy Standard Axle F & R
Rims
Reid Lightweight Double Wall Alloy
Tires
Kenda K-193 700 x 32c Cream
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Dual-Pivot Calipers
Brake Levers
Promax Alloy Vintage Style
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy Vintage 1" Quill Stem w/ Negative rise
Handlebar
Reid Alloy Vintage w/ backsweep 580mm wide 70mm rise 25.4 Barbore
Grips
Ladies Vintage Leather Style Tan
Seat
Saddle
Reid Ladies Vintage Leather Style Tan
Seatpost
Reid Alloy 25.4mm Micro Adjust 300mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | LG | MD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Esprit Superlite Vintage Bike is a Reid Esprit model. REID launched 2 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2022, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
REID Esprit Vintage Bike 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 305$. REID Esprit Superlite Vintage Bike 2022 on the other hand costs 337$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Average price for Commuter bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Commuter bike that is reliable is 762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Commuter bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 337$. In conclusion, this bike price is 126.11% lower than the price of the average Commuter bike.
Commuter bikes average weight
Commuter bikes have an average weight of 14.29 kg (31.5 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
much lighter than average, Esprit Superlite Vintage Bike has a weight of 12.15 kg (26.79 lbs). To sum up, it’s 17.61% lighter than the average weight of Commuter bikes.
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 size
The Esprit Superlite Vintage Bike 2022 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. REID Esprit Superlite Vintage Bike is equipped with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
