sava Colorado R09 Carbon Fiber Road Bike With SHIMANO Sora R3000 18 Speed 2023
2023 Road
Estimate price |
1,799$
Weight | 9.8 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Sora -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Carbon
Suspension Fork
Carbon, rigid fork
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SORA
Front Derailleur
Shimano SORA
Shift Levers
Shimano SORA, 18-SPEED
Cassette
9-speed 11-25T
Crank
PROWHEEL, 50-34T*170MM
Chain
KMC X9 9-speed
Wheels
Rims
Aluminum, rim size 40mm
Tires
Continental Ultra Sport II (C304 SL) Wire 700x25C Tire
Brakes
Brakes
P400DG, 39-49MM, V brake
Cockpit
Stem
Aluminum alloy, 31.8 mm x 100 mm
Handlebar
Aluminum, 420 mm x 31.8 mm
Seat
Saddle
Leather Saddle
Seatpost
Carbon, 31.6*350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 47cm | 51cm | 54cm | 56cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Colorado R09 Carbon Fiber Road Bike With SHIMANO Sora R3000 18 Speed is part of the Sava Colorado model. SAVA launched 6 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Sava Colorado bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
SAVA Colorado R09 Carbon Fiber Road Bike With SHIMANO Sora R3000 18 Speed 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1799$. On the other hand, SAVA Colorado R09 Carbon Road Bike With SHIMANO Ultegra R8000 22 Speed 2023, is the most expensive and costs 2899$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Race bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Race bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3350$. However, you could also get a good Race bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 1799$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Colorado R09 Carbon Fiber Road Bike With SHIMANO Sora R3000 18 Speed price is 86.21% lower than the average cost of a Race bike.
Average weight for Race bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Race bike, we get 6.82 kg (15.04 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Colorado R09 Carbon Fiber Road Bike With SHIMANO Sora R3000 18 Speed weighs 9.8 kg (21.61 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 43.7% heavier than the average Race bike.
Colorado R09 Carbon Fiber Road Bike With SHIMANO Sora R3000 18 Speed components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Colorado R09 Carbon Fiber Road Bike With SHIMANO Sora R3000 18 Speed model has 700c aluminum wheels. 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they have problems in wet conditions.