Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Deore, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Hydraulic Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Platinum Aluminum w/smooth welds
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore 9 speed
Cassette
Shimano HG61 11-32, 9 speed
Crank
FSA Metropolis
Pedals
VP-628
Wheels
Rims
Shimano dynamo front hub, Shimano RM70 rear hub; Vuelta rims
Tires
Bontrager H5 hard case, 700x42c
Brakes
Brakes
Magura HS11 hydraulic rim brakes
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager Satellite Plus, adjustable rise
Handlebar
Bontrager Satellite, 25mm rise
Headset
Threaded, semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings, sealed
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Nuvola w/gel
Seatpost
Suspension, aluminum
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 45cm | 50cm | 55cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
TM500+ Lowstep BLX is a Trek Tm500plus model. Trek launched 10 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Trek Tm500plus bikes models from 2013, by clicking here.
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.
General Urban bikes average price
If you want an acceptable General Urban bike you should know that the average price is 499$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great General Urban bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
TM500+ Lowstep BLX components
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the TM500+ Lowstep BLX bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Rim brakes. They are a bit expensive, and don’t deliver such a great performance. In short, you can look for a bike with disk or hydraulic disk brakes.