Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Acera, Tourney -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FX Alpha Silver Aluminum, DuoTrap S compatible, rack & fender mounts
Suspension Fork
High-tensile steel w/lowrider mounts, CLIX dropouts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera M360
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TY71
Shift Levers
Shimano EF500, 8 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG31, 11-32, 8 speed
Crank
Forged alloy, 48/38/28 w/chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
KMC Z7
Pedals
Nylon body w/alloy cage
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula FM21 alloy
Rear Hub
Alloy
Rims
Bontrager AT-750 double-walled alloy
Tires
Bontrager H2, 700x35c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro alloy linear-pull
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 7mm rise, Blendr compatible
Handlebar
Bontrager alloy
Grips
Bontrager Satellite, ergonomic
Headset
1-1/8" threadless, sealed semi-cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Sport
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, 2-bolt head, 27.2mm, 12mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17.5" | 20" | 22.5" | 25" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 285 mm | 285 mm | 285 mm | 285 mm | 285 mm |
| Trail | 71 mm | 71 mm | 70 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 542 mm | 546 mm | 566 mm | 588 mm | 601 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 444 mm | 508 mm | 571 mm | 635 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 130 mm | 160 mm | 190 mm | 220 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1054 mm | 1054 mm | 1055 mm | 1061 mm | 1062 mm |
| Standover Height | 695 mm | 736 mm | 784 mm | 832 mm | 878 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
FX 2 is part of the Trek Fx model. Trek released 128 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Trek Fx bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Trek FX 2017 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 379$. Trek FX S 6 2017 on the other hand costs 2099$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Fitness bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Fitness bike is 656$. However, you could also get a good Fitness bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 489$. Comparing this to the average Fitness bike price, we see that the price is 34.15% lower.
Average weight for Fitness bikes
Fitness bikes weigh an average of 11.24 kg (24.78 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Trek FX 2 it’s weighing 11.61 kg (25.6 lbs). At this weight, is slightly heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 3.29% heavier than the average weight of Fitness bikes.
Overview of components
Fork material
FX 2 has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
The FX 2 2017 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek FX 2 is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.