Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 20" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hi-Ten frame, formed DT/TT, tig welded, externally relieved HT w/ stamped ""S"" logo, standard BB, integrated seat collar, 6mm dropouts for 14mm axle
Suspension Fork
Specialized 1.2mm Hi-Ten blades, 1-1/8"" threadless, 2mm thick Hi-Ten steerer, 6mm dropouts
Drivetrain
Cassette
Odyssey 1/2"" x 1/8"" x 13t for M30 thread
Crank
Heat Treated Hi Ten 1pc. 140mm
Bottom Bracket
Heat treated Hi-Ten cups, loose ball for 1pc.
Chain
KMC Z-510, 1/2"" x 1/8""
Pedals
Specialized platform, 1/2'' Cr-Mo axle, molded pins
Wheels
Front Hub
Fuse, 36h, sealed mech. mid flange, solid 14mm Cr-Mo axle
Rear Hub
Fuse, 36h, sealed mech. mid flange, 14mm solid axle
Rims
Fuse Single, single wall
Spokes
2mm (14g) stainless
Tires
Specialized Rhythm Lite Sport, 20 x 2.0"", 30TPI, wire bead
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro FX-330, linear spring, 15mm offset arms w/ grey soft compound pads
Brake Levers
Tektro SBL-89, alloy two finger, 16mm cable pull
Cockpit
Stem
Fuse forged alloy, 50mm extension, 1 1/8"" A-Head
Handlebar
Hi-Ten 2pc. 560mm wide, 165mm rise, 11 degree back, 4 degree up sweep
Grips
Specialized File, Kraton w/ flange
Headset
1 1/8"" threadless
Seat
Saddle
7mm rails, front and rear bumpers
Seatpost
Alloy, 2 bolt, no offset, 25.4mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 16" | 20.5" | 19" | 20" | 21" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 238 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 283 mm | 279 mm |
| Rake | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 70 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 207 mm | 242 mm | 238 mm | 255 mm | 239 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 73 ° | 74.25 ° | 74.25 ° | 74.25 ° | 74.25 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 293 mm | 343 mm | 341 mm | 346 mm | 341 mm |
| Standover Height | 468 mm | 567 mm | 555 mm | 564 mm | 554 mm |
| Wheels | 20" | 20" | 20" | 20" | 20" |
About this model
Fuse 16 is a Specialized Fuse model. Specialized released 38 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2010, by clicking on this link.
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.
BMX bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable BMX bike is 348$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great BMX bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Fuse 16 components
Fork material
Fuse 16 has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Specialized Fuse 16 2010, has a 20″ aluminum model. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Specialized Fuse 16 has Rim brakes installed. 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.