Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Nexus, Bontrager -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha White Aluminum
Suspension Fork
High tensile steel, oversized
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Nexus, 3 speed
Cassette
Shimano 16T
Crank
Bontrager Satellite 38T
Pedals
Dual density platform
Wheels
Rims
Shimano dynamo front hub, Shimano Nexus 3 rear hub; Vuelta Airline III rims
Tires
Schwalbe City Plus, 700x38c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano IM41 rollerbrakes w/Tektro aluminum levers, Kraton inserts
Cockpit
Stem
Aluminum, adjustable rise
Handlebar
Bontrager Satellite, 25mm rise
Headset
Threaded semi-integrated w/semi-cartridge bearings, sealed
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Rio
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 55cm | 60cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Manhattan belongs to the Trek Manhattan model. Trek launched 4 bikes of this model so far.
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 Urban bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy General Urban bike is 499$. However, you could also get a good General Urban bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. 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.
Manhattan components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
The Manhattan 2009 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 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 Manhattan has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.