Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Deore, Dura-Ace -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Trek Butted chromoly
Suspension Fork
Cro-Moly Touring w/lowrider mounts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX
Shift Levers
Shimano Dura-Ace, bar end control, 9 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG50 11-32, 9 speed
Crank
Shimano Trekking M543 48/36/26
Pedals
Shimano M520, clipless
Wheels
Rims
Shimano Deore LX hubs; Bontrager Camino, 36-hole rims
Tires
Bontrager Race Lite Hard-Case, 700x32c
Brakes
Brakes
Avid SD-5 w/Dia-Compe 287 Aero levers
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Race Lite, 7 degree, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Bontrager Race VR, 31.8mm
Headset
VP Headset
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Select City
Seatpost
Bontrager Alloy
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 48cm | 51cm | 54cm | 57cm | 60cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
520 completes the Trek 520 model. Trek launched 39 bikes of this model so far.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Touring bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Touring bike that is reliable is 1007$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Touring bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels size
The 520 2010 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Trek 520 has Rim brakes installed. 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.