Please note Argos descriptions are terrible so a lot of the below text will be incorrect. This is basic 700c road bike with a aluminium frame, steel fork and 1x Tourney drivetrain with freewheel plus normal caliper brakes. The negatives it comes with what looks like thin tyres, they look like 700x23 to me but there is space for 700x28 tyres when it comes to replace them. The gearing is limited due to only being a 1x gear system, again when it comes time to replace a wide range freewheel like 13-34T would be recommended. You would be replacing the chain at that point anyway. Just a simple workhorse road bike which with it's steel forks could be a suitable candidate for a front hub motor conversion to ebike.
The front crankset appears to be captive i.e. the chain cannot drop from the chainring as there is a plastic guard each side and the wheels are 36 spoke so when correctly tensioned should be very strong. The important thing is Argos do not offer any backup on bike purchases they are a box shifter only. You need to be mechanically minded to give the bike a quick tune up and safety check before riding it. Ideally give it some oil and grease in the right places.
Argos description below.
Hit the road. This 700C unisex Cross road bike is designed to go as far and fast as your legs will take you. Whether you're on the flat, or going uphill the 7 speed Shimano gears puts you in precise control. The rigid suspension lets you feel the road so much better. The easy to maintain alloy front and rear calliper brakes give you good stopping power. Adjustable handlebars and seat means you can find just the right riding position for you. Perfect for commuting, family fun rides, or as part of your outdoor exercise regime. This bike comes.
With double alloy wall rims your tyres have extra protection as they give you the best strength to weight ratio. Bike comes 90% pre-assembled in carton.
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Key features
Unisex road bikes.
Alloy frame.
7 Shimano gear(s).
Shimano shifters.
Front calliper and rear calliper brakes.
Rigid suspension.
Road and trail specific Branded tyre tyres.
Alloy rims.
15mm wheel nut size.
Steel forks.
Reflectors included.
Adjustable seat.
Adjustable handlebars.
Minimal assembly.
Size and weight
Assembled dimensions: H98, W46, L170cm.
Weight fully assembled 12.6kg.
Height of handle bars (from ground to handle bars) 36 inches.
22 inch frame size.
27.5 inch wheel size.
Package dimensions: H76, W19, D132cm.
Package weight 16.5kg.
Suitable for riders with 33 to 42 inch inside leg measurements.
Maximum rider weight 100kg.
General information
For an easy delivery, your new bike will arrive with partially inflated tyres, make sure you top them up before riding.
Manufacturer's 1 year guarantee; .
Save on delivery with free click and collect. You can often select to have it delivered to your local Sainsbury's too.
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