Stevens Elegance Lite Lady 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Travel Front 100mm
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Travel Rear 132mm
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Groupset Nexus
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub
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Brakes Rim
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminium 6061, O.L.D.: 132 mm, Brake: cantilever, BB: BSA 68 mm, Cable routing: external, Fender + rack mounts, Horizontal dropouts
Suspension Fork
STEVENS T-12V, Steerer 1 1/8", O.L.D.: 100 mm, Brake: Cantilever, Fender and lowrider mounts
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Nexus 8, SL-C6000, 8-speed
Cassette
Shimano, 20 T
Crank
Oxygen Aluminium, 38 T, BB type: BSA 68 mm / Square Taper (axle length: 118 mm), Chainguard
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 68mm, threaded
Chain
KMC Z8.1
Pedals
City Reflex
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano Nexus, DH-C3000-3N-NT, Hub dynamo, Axle: threaded
Rims
Oxygen RM-19, ETRTO: 19 x 622
Tires
Schwalbe Citizen Active-Line, Tire size: 47-622, SBC compound, KevlarGuard, Reflective stripes
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro STB-01, V-Brake
Brake Levers
Tektro CL 330-RS, 4 finger, Aluminium lever
Cockpit
Stem
Oxygen Versa, adjustable
Handlebar
Oxygen Driver, Width: 630 mm, Backsweep: 15°, Rise: 20 mm, Clamp: 31.8 mm
Headset
STEVENS MTB 1 1/8", Upper bearing cup: ZS44/28.6, Lower bearing cup: ZS44/30
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Wave Lady
Seatpost
Oxygen Driver, Length: 350 mm, Diameter: 27.2 mm, Insertion depth: min. 100 mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 46cm | 50cm | 54cm | 58cm |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.6 mm | 1.65 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 290 mm | 290 mm | 290 mm | 290 mm |
| Front Center | 636 mm | 651 mm | 660 mm | 647 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 77 mm | 76 mm | 73 mm | 63 mm |
| Stack | 568 mm | 606 mm | 636 mm | 652 mm |
| Reach | 394 mm | 394 mm | 397 mm | 396 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 567 mm | 579 mm | 591 mm | 601 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 248 mm | 249 mm | 250 mm | 250 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 180 mm | 210 mm | 220 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 463 mm | 463 mm | 463 mm | 463 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1090 mm | 1105 mm | 1114 mm | 1101 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 643 mm | 658 mm | 669 mm | 675 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Elegance Lite Lady is part of the Stevens Elegance model. Stevens released 6 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Stevens Elegance Lite Forma 2023 has a starting price of 1164$. Stevens Elegance Lite Gent 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1164$.
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.
Average price for General Urban bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy General Urban bike is 499$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Urban bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Stevens released this model in 2023, its price was 1164$. If we compare this with the average General Urban bike cost we notice that the price is 133.27% more expensive.
General Urban bikes average weight
The average weight for General Urban bikes is 13.11 kg (28.9 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Stevens Elegance Lite Lady it’s weighing 15.3 kg (33.73 lbs). At this weight, is much heavier than average. In short, the average General Urban bike weight is 16.7% lower than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Elegance Lite Lady components
Rear Shock
Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Stevens Elegance Lite Lady 2023, has a 700c aluminum model. 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Stevens Elegance Lite Lady is equipped with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
