Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Altus, Tourney -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical 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 tube sets w/hourglass seatstays, integrated lower bearing, disc mount, fender/rack mounts
Suspension Fork
Steel, straight blades, IS disc mount, fender/rack mounts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus, 8-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney, top swing, dual pull, 31.8mm band clamp
Shift Levers
Shimano EF500, EZ Fire Plus, 8-speed
Cassette
Shimano, 8-speed, 11-32t
Crank
Stout, forged alloy, 48/38/28T w/chainguard
Bottom Bracket
BSA, square taper, cartridge bearings
Chain
KMC X8, 8-speed w/reusable MissingLink
Pedals
Specialized Fitness platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized disc, double-sealed, loose ball bearings, 9mm QR
Rear Hub
Specialized disc, loose ball bearings, for Shimano 8-/9-speed cassettes, QR
Rims
Disc, 6061 aluminum double-wall
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Nimbus Reflect, 700x32mm, 26TPI, Flak Jacket protection
Brakes
Brakes
Mechanical disc, resin pads, 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy, 4 bolt, 20-degree rise, 25.4mm clamp
Handlebar
Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 25.4mm
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Women's Riva Sport Plus, steel rails, 155mm
Seatpost
Alloy, 12mm offset, 2-bolt clamp, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.47 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.59 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 281 mm | 281 mm | 281 mm | 281 mm | 281 mm |
| Front Center | 615 mm | 616 mm | 617 mm | 622 mm | 638 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 80 mm | 73 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Stack | 541 mm | 555 mm | 578 mm | 592 mm | 611 mm |
| Reach | 367 mm | 373 mm | 377 mm | 376 mm | 385 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 514 mm | 529 mm | 544 mm | 559 mm | 574 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 360 mm | 395 mm | 440 mm | 475 mm | 510 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm | 165 mm | 185 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1045 mm | 1046 mm | 1047 mm | 1051 mm | 1067 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 685 mm | 711 mm | 746 mm | 770 mm | 796 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 |
About this model
Vita Disc belongs to the Specialized Vita model. Specialized released 60 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Vita bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Specialized Vita Sport Carbon 2017 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1350$. Specialized Vita Expert Carbon 2017 on the other hand costs 2000$, 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.
Fitness bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Fitness bike is 656$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Fitness bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Vita Disc components
Fork material
Vita Disc has a steel fork, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Vita Disc model has 700c aluminum wheels. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Specialized Vita Disc has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
Vita Disc comes in 5 sizes, that range from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.