Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra, 105 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 10 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
OCLV 120 Carbon
Suspension Fork
Bontrager Satellite Plus, carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra
Shift Levers
Shimano 105 STI, 10 speed
Cassette
Shimano 105 12-25, 10 speed
Crank
Bontrager Race Lite 52/39/30
Pedals
n/a
Wheels
Rims
Bontrager Race
Tires
Bontrager Race X Lite AC, folding, 700x25c
Brakes
Brakes
Cane Creek 3 long reach w/Shimano 105 STI levers
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Race, 17 degree, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Bontrager Race w/BzzzKill, 31.8mm
Headset
Aheadset Slimstak w/cartridge bearings, sealed, alloy
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Race Lux
Seatpost
Bontrager Race X Lite ACC Carbon
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 63cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Pilot 5.0 belongs to the Trek Pilot model. There are 45 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2006 of this model, by clicking this link.
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.
Average price for Endurance bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Endurance bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2346$. However, you could also get a good Endurance bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Pilot 5.0 components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Pilot 5.0 bike is equipped with the 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Trek Pilot 5.0 has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they have problems in wet conditions.