Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Groupset Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Globe A1 Premium Aluminum, fully manipulated, low center of gravity, low standover, integrated HS, forged 3D horizontal dropouts, disc only
Suspension Fork
Globe A1 Premium Aluminum steerer and lowers
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano IG3, 3-speed
Cassette
See rear hub
Crank
Sugino aluminum, single-speed, aluminum
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-UN26. square taper
Chain
Shimano 1/2 x 1/8""
Pedals
Globe, Body Geometry, anti-slip composite
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized Hi Lo disc, 28h, CNC flange and disc mount, polished races, Centerlock disc mount, alloy QR
Rear Hub
Shimano IG-3 speed, Centerlock disc mount
Rims
Specialized HRD 26, double wall, 26"" w/ eyelets, 32h
Spokes
1.8mm (15g) stainless
Tires
Specialized Nimbus Sport, 26x1.5"", 60TPI, wire bead, Flack Jacket
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M415 mechanical disc
Brake Levers
Alloy linear pull
Cockpit
Stem
Globe 3D Forged, 4-bolt, 31.8, 8 degree rise
Handlebar
Globe A1 Premium Aluminum, 600mm wide, double-butted 31.8mm, 15 degree backsweep
Grips
Specialized superlight, memory foam, closed type
Headset
Specialized 1-1/8"" threadless, integrated
Seat
Saddle
Specialized Indie XC, Body Geometry, 7mm rail, 143mm width, front & rear bumpers
Seatpost
Specialized alloy, no offset, two bolt head, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 16" | 17.5" | 19" | 21" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 0.73 mm | 0.76 mm | 0.79 mm | 0.84 mm |
| Stack | 399 mm | 438 mm | 476 mm | 526 mm |
| Reach | 548 mm | 578 mm | 603 mm | 623 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm |
| Head Tube Length | 170 mm | 170 mm | 175 mm | 175 mm |
| Wheelbase | 593 mm | 593 mm | 593 mm | 593 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 71 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
Model Overview
Globe San Francisco 2 is part of the Specialized Globe model. There are 22 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Globe bikes models from 2009, by clicking here.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Commuter bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Commuter bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Commuter bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. 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.
Globe San Francisco 2 components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels size
The Globe San Francisco 2 2009 bike is equipped with 26″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Specialized Globe San Francisco 2 is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.