ROCKRIDER 29 inch Touring Mountain Bike Explore 540 2023
2023 Road
Estimate price |
1,002$
Weight | 12.6 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Fork X-Fusion RC32 -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Composition: 6061 butted aluminium 148 mm x 12 mm Boost rear axle Bolt through axle 73 mm threaded bottom bracket (BSA) Protective cover for dropper seat post cable and housing 31.6 mm seat tube Tapered head tube 2 bottle cage mounts (1 on size S) / Pannier rack mounts
Suspension Fork
RC32 X-Fusion fork, adjustable from 45 kg AIR fork 120 mm travel Stanchion diameter: 32 mm 6-sided through-axle bolt 15 x 110 mm Boost format Turnkey lockout on the fork
Drivetrain
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Pedals
Rockrider 520 Grip resin flat pedals
Wheels
Rims
Tubeless Ready, Presta Valve
Tires
Hutchinson Kraken 29"x2.3" (M / L), 27.5"x2.3" (S) Carcass: 60 TPI Tubeless ready
Brakes
Brakes
Hydraulic disc brakes Tektro TK-M276 Brake levers 1 cm closer Number of pistons: 2 Front disc: 180 mm Rear disc: 160 mm Adjustable reach: Yes
Cockpit
Stem
Rockrider
Handlebar
Rockrider Sport
Grips
Rockrider Ergonomic
Seat
Seatpost
Aluminium
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
Model Overview
29 inch Touring Mountain Bike Explore 540 belongs to the Rockrider Inch model. There are 50 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
ROCKRIDER 27.5 Inch WOMEN’S MOUNTAIN BIKE ST 100 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 303$. On the other hand, ROCKRIDER 29 inch Full Suspension Carbon Mountain Bike XC 900 2023, is the most expensive and costs 3040$.
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 Touring bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Touring bike that is reliable is 1007$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Touring bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 911$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that 29 inch Touring Mountain Bike Explore 540 price is 10.54% smaller than the average cost of a Touring bike.
Touring bikes average weight
Touring bikes have an average weight of 13.35 kg (29.43 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
a bit lighter than average, 29 inch Touring Mountain Bike Explore 540 has a weight of 12.6 kg (27.78 lbs). To sum up, it’s 5.95% lighter than the average weight of Touring bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The X-Fusion RC32 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, ROCKRIDER 29 inch Touring Mountain Bike Explore 540 2023, has a 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. ROCKRIDER 29 inch Touring Mountain Bike Explore 540 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. 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.
Sizes
This bike is available in 3 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.