ROCKRIDER 29″ Touring Mountain Bike Explore 500 2023
2023 Road
Estimate price |
601$
Weight | 14.5 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Fork Suntour XCM -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Composition: 6061 aluminium 135 mm x 9 mm rear axle QR spindle 73 mm threaded bottom bracket (BSA) Protective cover for housing 27.2 mm seat tube Straight head tube 2 bottle cage mounts (1 on size S) / Pannier rack mounts
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCM fork Coil spring 100 mm travel Stanchion diameter: 30 mm QR axle 9 x 100 mm
Drivetrain
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded
Pedals
Rockrider 520 Grip resin flat pedals
Wheels
Rims
29" (M / L / XL), 27.5" (S) Tubeless ready rims, Presta valve 23 mm inner width (28 mm outer) 32 spokes (M / L / XL), 28 spokes (S) 6-bolt disc Shimano/SRAM freehub
Tires
Rockrider All Conditions 29"x2.2" (M / L / XL), 27.5"x2.2" (S) Carcass: 60 TPI
Brakes
Brakes
Hydraulic disc brakes Tektro TK-M276 Number of pistons: 2 Front disc: 160 mm Rear disc: 160 mm Adjustable reach: Yes
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
29″ Touring Mountain Bike Explore 500 is part of the Rockrider Touring model. Rockrider released 7 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockrider Touring bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Rockrider 27.5″ Touring Mountain Bike ST 120 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 425$. ROCKRIDER 29″ Touring Mountain Bike Explore 540 2023 on the other hand costs 912$, and is the most expensive model.
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 Touring bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Touring bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1007$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Touring bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 547$. Comparing this to the average Touring bike price, we see that the price is 84.1% smaller.
Touring bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Touring bike is 13.35 kg (29.43 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
With a weight of 14.5 kg (31.97 lbs), Rockrider bike is a bit heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 8.61% heavier than the average weight of Touring bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
Rockrider 29″ Touring Mountain Bike Explore 500 2023 bike is equipped with the Suntour XCM fork, and has mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
The wheels on 29″ Touring Mountain Bike Explore 500 are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Rockrider 29″ Touring Mountain Bike Explore 500 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Rockrider 29″ Touring Mountain Bike Explore 500 bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.