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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Identity & price

    These bicycles are categorized differently: 2009 Fuji Absolute 3.0 is Road; 2012 Fuji Absolute 3.0 is City & Commuter.

  2. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2009 Fuji Absolute 3.0 and 2012 Fuji Absolute 3.0.

  3. Gearing

    2012 Fuji Absolute 3.0 has a 7% lower climbing ratio than 2009 Fuji Absolute 3.0.

    A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2009 Fuji Absolute 3.052/42/30T · 11–32T · 8-speed
Lowest0.94:1Highest4.73:1Total range504%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.7 mphHighest gear33.8 mph

Uses front tire 700C×28; rear size isn’t listed.

2012 Fuji Absolute 3.048/38/28T · 11–32T · 8-speed
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%

Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.

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
2009 Fuji Absolute 3.0
2012 Fuji Absolute 3.0
Overview
Model Year
2009
2012
Brand
Fuji
Fuji
Model
Absolute 3.0
Absolute 3.0
Bicycle Type
Road/sport
City/Commuter
Colors
Brillant Silver, Wine
Semi Gloss Gray/Orange, White/Red
Sizes
15", 17", 19", 21", 23"
S, S/M, M, M/L, L
Weight
25.76 lb
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Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
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Frame Material
Altair 1 Aluminum
A2-SL butted alloy
Fork
Fuji
Elios 1
Fork Material
High-tensile steel, aero crown
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Drivetrain
Component Group
Road Mix
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Shifters
SRAM MRX Twist
Shimano Acera
Front Derailleur
MicroShift R438
Shimano FDM-191
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Altus
Crankset
Fuji Forged Alloy, 30/42/52 teeth
Fuji alloy 28/38/48t
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
sealed cartridge
Cassette
Sunrace CSM56
Sunrace 8spd 11-32t
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
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Chain
Sunrace CNM-85
KMC Z72
Pedals
Fuji
Alloy cage w/Boron axle
Brakes
Brakes
Fuji Mini-V Aluminum brakes, Fuji RA-320D levers
Tektro Alloy Mini V-Brake
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Fuji Semi-cartridge
1 1/8" semi cartridge
Handlebar
Fuji aluminum flatbar
Fuji alloy flat
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
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Stem
Fuji Adjustable AL
Fuji alloy
Saddle
Fuji Sport Comfort
Fuji Sport Comfort
Seatpost
Fuji Micro Adjust Aluminum, 27.2mm diameter
Fuji alloy 27.2mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Formula alloy
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Rims
Weinmann ZAC-19, 36-hole
Fuji double wall
Spokes
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
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Front Tire
700 x 28c Fuji Kontender
Hutchinson Flash 700 X 28c
Wheel Size
700c wheels
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Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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