Trek FX 3 Disc 2018
2018 Urban
Estimate price |
769$
Weight | 11.86 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Alivio, Acera -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FX Alpha Gold Aluminum, DuoTrap S compatible, post mount disc, rack & fender mounts
Suspension Fork
FX carbon, post mount disc, lowrider & fender mounts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio T4000
Front Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Shift Levers
Shimano EF65, 9 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG200, 11-34, 9 speed
Crank
Shimano Acera M371, 48/36/26 w/chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
KMC X9
Pedals
Resin body, alloy cage
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula alloy, 6-bolt disc, 12mm thru axle, 32h
Rear Hub
Formula DC22 alloy
Rims
Bontrager Tubeless Ready Disc, 32h
Tires
Bontrager H2 Hard-case Lite, 700x32c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M315 hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, 7 degree, w/computer & light mounts
Handlebar
Bontrager Satellite Plus IsoZone, 31.8mm, 15mm rise
Grips
Bontrager Satellite IsoZone Plus, lock-on, ergonomic
Headset
1-1/8? threadless, sealed cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager H1
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" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.38 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.56 mm | 1.66 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 285 mm | 285 mm | 285 mm | 285 mm | 285 mm |
| Front Center | 619 mm | 619 mm | 620 mm | 626 mm | 627 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Stack | 539 mm | 553 mm | 587 mm | 619 mm | 648 mm |
| Reach | 392 mm | 387 mm | 392 mm | 398 mm | 390 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 | 1055 mm | 1055 mm | 1056 mm | 1062 mm | 1063 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 62 mm | 62 mm | 62 mm | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Standover Height | 691 mm | 733 mm | 781 mm | 829 mm | 875 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
FX 3 Disc belongs to the Trek Fx model. There are 128 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2018 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Trek FX 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 359$. On the other hand, Trek FX S 6 2018, is the most expensive and costs 2099$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Fitness bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Fitness bike is 656$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Fitness bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2018 and its price was 769$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that FX 3 Disc price is 17.23% higher than the average cost of a Fitness bike.
Average weight for Fitness bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Fitness bike is 11.24 kg (24.78 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
FX 3 Disc weighs 11.86 kg (26.15 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 5.52% heavier than the average Fitness bike.
FX 3 Disc components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, it’s a great addition to the bike’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Trek FX 3 Disc 2018, has a 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. 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 FX 3 Disc has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.