Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour NEX
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Groupset Alivio, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, Women's Fitness Geometry, women's double-butted tubesets, w/ fender/rack braze-ons, forged dropouts, kickstand mount
Suspension Fork
Custom SR Suntour NEX, w/ custom Multi-Circuit Damping, alloy lowers, custom coil spring weights, Hi-Ten 28mm stanchions, 1-1/8"" steerer, hydraulic lockout w/ preload adjust, disc mount, 63mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio Shadow, 9-speed, SGS cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano M390, top swing, dual-pull
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera Rapidfire Plus, 9-speed
Cassette
Shimano, 9-speed, 11-34
Crank
Forged alloy, 9-speed, square spindle, w/ chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Square taper, cartridge bearings
Chain
KMC X9, 9-speed, reusable Missing Link
Pedals
Composite platform, w/ reflectors, 9/16""
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized Hi Lo disc, alloy double-sealed, ground race, QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Specialized Hi Lo disc, alloy, double-sealed, loose ball bearings, QR, 32h
Rims
700c disc, alloy double-wall, pin joint, 32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Specialized Trigger Sport, 60TPI, wire bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x38c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Auriga, hydraulic disc, resin/metallic pads, tooled women's reach adjust
Brake Levers
Tektro Auriga, hydraulic, women's short reach
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise, anti-corrosion hardware
Handlebar
Specialized, low rise, double butted 6061 alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 5-degree upsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized Body Geometry XCT Women's, lock-on, closed end
Headset
Ahead, semi-integrated, loose ball, 8mm cone spacer
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Women's Riva Sport Plus, steel rails, 155mm
Seatpost
Specialized alloy, 2-bolt, 15mm offset, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 616 mm | 629 mm | 643 mm | 658 mm | 675 mm |
| Rake | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm |
| Trail | 91 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 556 mm | 568 mm | 581 mm | 596 mm | 611 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 345 mm | 395 mm | 440 mm | 485 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 85 mm | 105 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1050 mm | 1063 mm | 1077 mm | 1093 mm | 1109 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 695 mm | 734 mm | 767 mm | 800 mm | 845 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Ariel Sport Disc is a Specialized Ariel model. 45 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2015 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Fitness bikes
If you want an acceptable Fitness bike you should know that the average price is 656$. However, even though the average price of a Fitness bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Overview of components
Fork
Specialized Ariel Sport Disc 2015 bike is equipped with the SunTour NEX fork, and has 63mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Ariel Sport Disc model has 700c aluminum wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. 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 Ariel Sport Disc comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Specialized Ariel Sport Disc bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.