Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Silver Aluminum
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shift Levers
Shimano, twist, 7 speed
Cassette
Shimano TZ21 14-28, 7 speed
Crank
Shimano M171, 42/34/24
Pedals
Dual-density platform
Wheels
Rims
Formula front hub, Trek RIDE+ Rear motor, Vuelta Airline III rims
Tires
Schwalbe Road Cruiser Light, 700x35c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro linear-pull brakes w/Tektro aluminum levers, Kraton inserts
Cockpit
Stem
Aluminum, adjustable rise
Handlebar
Bontrager Satellite, 25mm rise
Headset
Threaded, semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings, sealed
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Rio
Seatpost
Suspension, aluminum
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 55cm | 60cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
T80+ BLX belongs to the Trek T80plus model. There are 8 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2013, by clicking on this link.
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.
Average price for General Urban bikes
If you want an acceptable General Urban bike you should know that the average price is 499$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Urban bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
T80+ BLX components
Wheels
The wheels on T80+ BLX are the 700c aluminum type. 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 T80+ BLX has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.