Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105, Bontrager -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha SLR Aluminum
Suspension Fork
Bontrager Race
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 T
Shift Levers
Shimano 105 STI
Cassette
Shimano HG-50 12-25, 9 speed
Crank
Bontrager Race 52/42/30
Pedals
Alloy road, sealed, w/clips and straps
Wheels
Rims
Bontrager Select
Tires
Bontrager Select, 700x25c
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy dual pivot w/Shimano 105 STI levers
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Select, 31.8
Handlebar
Bontrager Select, 31.8
Headset
Slimstack, sealed
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Race
Seatpost
Bontrager Carbon
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 60cm | 63cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
1500 is part of the Trek 1500 model. There are 7 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Trek 1500 bikes models from 2005, 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.
General Road bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable General Road bike is 1915$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great General Road bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
1500 components
Wheels
As for the wheels, Trek 1500 2005, 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. Trek 1500 is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.