Transition TR500 Complete Kit 2 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,299$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Wheels 27.5" -
Fork RockShox BoXXer -
Groupset Zee -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
154cm - 170cm
MD
164cm - 182cm
LG
175cm - 190cm
XL
184cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Boxxer Team 27.5
Rear Shock
Fox Racing Shox Factory DHX2
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Zee
Shift Levers
Shimano Zee
Cassette
Shimano CS-4600 (11-25)
Crank
Shimano Zee (36t, 165mm)
Wheels
Front Hub
Joytech DH
Rear Hub
Joytech DH
Rims
WTB Frequency Race i25 27.5 32h
Tires
Maxxis Highroller II 27.5x2.4 DH 3C
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Zee
Cockpit
Stem
RaceFace Chester 35 DM 50mm
Handlebar
RaceFace Chester 35 (780mm x 20mm)
Seat
Saddle
ANVL Forge Cromo
Seatpost
RaceFace Chester
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.61 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.33 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 359 mm | 359 mm | 359 mm | 359 mm |
| Front Center | 712 mm | 738 mm | 763 mm | 788 mm |
| Rake | 37 mm | 40 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm |
| Trail | 140 mm | 136 mm | 141 mm | 141 mm |
| Stack | 594 mm | 594 mm | 594 mm | 594 mm |
| Reach | 370 mm | 393 mm | 422 mm | 448 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 560 mm | 585 mm | 611 mm | 636 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72.6 ° | 72.6 ° | 72.6 ° | 72.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 63 ° | 63 ° | 63 ° | 63 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 122 mm | 122 mm | 122 mm | 122 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1157 mm | 1183 mm | 1208 mm | 1233 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -4 mm | -4 mm | -4 mm | -4 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 154 cm | 164 cm | 175 cm | 184 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 182 cm | 190 cm | 200 cm |
Model Overview
TR500 Complete Kit 2 belongs to the Transition Tr500 model. Transition launched 4 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2017, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Transition TR500 Complete 2017 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 3899$. On the other hand, Transition TR500 Complete Kit 1 2017, is the most expensive and costs 6699$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Downhill bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Downhill bike is 3391$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Downhill bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 5299$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that TR500 Complete Kit 2 price is 56.27% higher than the average cost of a Downhill bike.
TR500 Complete Kit 2 components
Fork
The TR500 Complete Kit 2 comes factory-installed with the RockShox BoXXer fork. This has a travel range of mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
The TR500 Complete Kit 2 2017 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. 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 TR500 Complete Kit 2 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Transition TR500 Complete Kit 2 bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 154 cm – 200 cm (5.05 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.