Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 35mm -
Groupset Deore, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Black Aluminum
Suspension Fork
Bontrager SPA integrated suspension w/alloy blades, 35mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano M591 Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore, 9-speed trigger
Cassette
Shimano HG50 11-32, 9 speed
Crank
Shimano M443 Octalink, 48/36/26 w/chainguard
Pedals
Alloy body w/alloy cage
Wheels
Rims
Shimano center lock disc hubs; Bontrager Nebula disc 32-hole alloy rims
Tires
Bontrager LT2, 700x38c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M445 hydraulic disc brakes w/M445 levers
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager SSR, 10 degree
Handlebar
Bontrager Low Riser, 25mm rise
Headset
Slimstak, semi-cartridge bearings, sealed
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Evoke 2, chromoly rails
Seatpost
Bontrager Race Lite
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17.5" | 20" | 21.5" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
7500 is a Trek 7500 model. 16 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Trek 7500 bikes models from 2011, 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.
Average price for General Road bikes
If you want an acceptable General Road bike you should know that the average price is 1915$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Road 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.
7500 components
Fork material
7500 has an aluminum fork, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Trek 7500 2011, 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The 7500 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.