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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2008 Fuji Absolute 3.0 and 2006 Fuji Absolute 3.0.
- Identity & price
2008 Fuji Absolute 3.0 had an original MSRP $100 lower than 2006 Fuji Absolute 3.0.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2008 Fuji Absolute 3.0
2006 Fuji Absolute 3.0
Overview
Model Year
2008
2006
Brand
Fuji
Fuji
Model
Absolute 3.0
Absolute 3.0
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
Hybrid
Original MSRP
$500.00
$600.00
Colors
Night Burgundy, Black
Dark Gray
Sizes
15", 17", 19", 21", 23"
15", 17", 19", 21", 23"
Weight
25.72 lb
23.5 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Fuji Altair 1
Fuji Altair 2/Altair 1 Rear Tr
Fork
Fuji Rigid
Fuji
Fork Material
Chromoly, triple butted, aero crown
Aluminum/steel, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Road Mix
Hybrid Mix
Shifters
SRAM MRX Twist
SRAM Attack
Front Derailleur
MicroShift R438
Shimano FD-R443, clamp-on
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Deore
Crankset
Fuji Forged AL Road, 30/42/52 teeth
Truvativ Isoflow, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Fuji Sealed Square Taper
Cassette
SR Suntour PF-44
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Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC Z72
KMC Z72, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Wellgo LU-948
Wellgo LU-962
Brakes
Brakes
Fuji Mini-V Aluminum brakes, Tektro RT 354A levers
Tektro 926AL Mini-V front/Tektro 926 Mini V rear brakes, Tektro RT 354A front/Tektro RT354A rear levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" VP
1 1/8" integrated VP
Handlebar
Fuji AL
Fuji Double Butted AL
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
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Stem
Fuji Adjustable AL
Fuji Adjustable AL
Saddle
Fuji Sport Comfort
Fuji Sport Comfort
Seatpost
Fuji Micro Adjust Aluminum
Fuji Alloy Micro-Adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Formula Alloy road, Rear: Formula Alloy cassette road
Formula Sealed Road
Rims
Alex ID-19, 36-hole
Alex R-500, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Front Tire
700 x 28c Kenda Kontender
700 x 28c Kenda 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.