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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2008 Fuji Absolute 3.0 is Hybrid; 2009 Fuji Absolute 3.0 is Road.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2008 Fuji Absolute 3.0 and 2009 Fuji Absolute 3.0.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.94:1Highest4.73:1Total range504%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×28; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.94:1Highest4.73:1Total range504%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×28; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2008 Fuji Absolute 3.0
2009 Fuji Absolute 3.0
Overview
Model Year
2008
2009
Brand
Fuji
Fuji
Model
Absolute 3.0
Absolute 3.0
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
Road/sport
Original MSRP
$500.00
Not documented
Colors
Night Burgundy, Black
Brillant Silver, Wine
Sizes
15", 17", 19", 21", 23"
15", 17", 19", 21", 23"
Weight
25.72 lb
25.76 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Fuji Altair 1
Altair 1 Aluminum
Fork
Fuji Rigid
Fuji
Fork Material
Chromoly, triple butted, aero crown
High-tensile steel, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Road Mix
Road Mix
Shifters
SRAM MRX Twist
SRAM MRX Twist
Front Derailleur
MicroShift R438
MicroShift R438
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Alivio
Crankset
Fuji Forged AL Road, 30/42/52 teeth
Fuji Forged Alloy, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Sealed cartridge
Cassette
SR Suntour PF-44
Sunrace CSM56
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC Z72
Sunrace CNM-85
Pedals
Wellgo LU-948
Fuji
Brakes
Brakes
Fuji Mini-V Aluminum brakes, Tektro RT 354A levers
Fuji Mini-V Aluminum brakes, Fuji RA-320D levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" VP
1 1/8" Fuji Semi-cartridge
Handlebar
Fuji AL
Fuji aluminum flatbar
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Fuji Adjustable AL
Fuji Adjustable AL
Saddle
Fuji Sport Comfort
Fuji Sport Comfort
Seatpost
Fuji Micro Adjust Aluminum
Fuji Micro Adjust Aluminum, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Formula Alloy road, Rear: Formula Alloy cassette road
Formula alloy
Rims
Alex ID-19, 36-hole
Weinmann ZAC-19, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
700 x 28c Kenda Kontender
700 x 28c Fuji Kontender
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.