Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Deore -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Trek butted chromoly disc touring, rack & fender mounts
Suspension Fork
Chromoly Touring Disc w/lowrider mounts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX
Cassette
Shimano HG50, 11-32, 9 speed
Crank
Shimano Trekking M590 48/36/26 w/chainguard
Pedals
Nylon body w/alloy cage, toe-clip/strap
Wheels
Tires
Bontrager AW1 Hard-Case, 700x32c
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes CX Expert mechanical disc brakes, 160mm rotors, Tektro alloy levers
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Blendr Elite, w/computer & light mounts, 31.8mm, 7 degree
Handlebar
Bontrager Race, VR-C, 31.8mm
Headset
Slimstak, semi-cartridge bearings, sealed
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Evoke 1
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, 2-bolt head, 27.2mm, 12mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 48cm | 51cm | 54cm | 57cm | 60cm | 63cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
520 Disc completes the Trek 520 model. There are 39 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Trek 520 bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
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.
Touring bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Touring bike is 1007$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Touring bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
520 Disc components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Trek 520 Disc 2015, has a 700c model. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. 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 Disc has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.