Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCR Air
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alu 6061 T6 Double Butted, Advanced Junior Geometry,1xOptimized, BB BSA, SR dropout
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCR, 1-1/8", Air, QR Type, remote lockout, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO DEORE RD-M5120 Shadow Plus
Shift Levers
SHIMANO DEORE SL-M4100-R RapidFire Plus, 10-speed
Cassette
SHIMANO CS-M4100-10, 11-46T
Crank
Wheel Top SXB4BL-WM, 32T
Bottom Bracket
Thun Ibex 120mm, BSA, shell 68mm
Chain
KMC X10
Wheels
Front Hub
ONE1 KTTC7F, 28H, M9x100mm, QR Type
Rear Hub
ONE1 KTTC7R, 28H, M10x135, CASSETE, QR Type
Rims
Stars J20S, 28H
Spokes
Sapim Laser, Stainless Black/ Sapim Race/ Sapim Laser
Tires
Schwalbe Racing Ray Performance TwinSkin TL-Ready, 27.5x2.25", ADDIX/ Schwalbe Racing Ralph Performance TwinSkin TL-Ready, 27.5x2.25", ADDIX
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO BL-MT200/BR-MT200, hydraulic disc brake
Cockpit
Stem
ONE1 Race Alloy, 31.8mm, -7°
Handlebar
ONE1 Alloy, MTB AL-312BT, 9° backsweep, 12mm rise, 660mm, 31.8mm
Grips
ONE1 VLG-1661D2N, Lock-On
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Junior
Seatpost
ONE1 Race Alloy, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.34 mm |
| Front Center | 632 mm | 671 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 42 mm |
| Stack | 560 mm | 560 mm |
| Reach | 376 mm | 417 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 541 mm | 580 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 393 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 429 mm | 429 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1058 mm | 1097 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
Team 27 Elite completes the Superior Team 27 model. Superior released 4 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Superior Team 27 bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Youth bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Youth bike you should know that the average price is 278$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Youth bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Average weight for Youth bikes
Youth bikes weigh an average of 11.74 kg (25.88 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Team 27 Elite weighs 11.9 kg (26.23 lbs) and is slightly heavier than the average. In conclusion, the average Youth bike weighs 1.36% less than Team 27 Elite.
Overview of components
Fork
The Team 27 Elite comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCR Air fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
The wheels on Team 27 Elite are the 27.5″ aluminum type. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Team 27 Elite comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.