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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2003 Dahon Matrix and 2010 Dahon Matrix.
- Data limitation
Only 2010 Dahon Matrix has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
- Identity & price
2003 Dahon Matrix had an original MSRP $349 lower than 2010 Dahon Matrix.
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.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×1.5; 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
2003 Dahon Matrix
2010 Dahon Matrix
Overview
Model Year
2003
2010
Brand
Dahon
Dahon
Model
Matrix
Matrix
Bicycle Type
Folding
Folding
Original MSRP
$499.95
$849.00
Colors
Silver
Moss
Sizes
L
S, M, L
Weight
28.8 lb
32.6 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 aluminum
7005 aluminum
Fork
Zone Trail, 70mm travel
Suntour NEX
Fork Material
Aluminum, single crown
Alloy/steel, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Folding mix
Folding Mix
Shifters
SRAM 4.0
SX4 trigger
Front Derailleur
Clamp-on
Microshift
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
SRAM X.7
Crankset
Aluminum
FSA Dyna Drive, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
—
Cartridge Sealed
BB Shell Width
68mm English
—
Cassette
—
Shimano Hyperglide
Rear Cogs
8-speed
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC, 1/2 x 3/16"
KMC Z82
Pedals
VP nylon
Urban Platform
Brakes
Brakes
ProMax disc brakes, ProMax disc levers
Shimano Mechanical Disc brakes, Avid FR-5 front/Avid FR- 5 rear levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless steel
Dahon Fusion
Handlebar
Aluminum
Ritchey Rizer
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Dahon folding
Dahon F.I.T
Saddle
WTB SST
WTB Speed V
Seatpost
Aluminum micro-adjust
BioLogic Zorin PostPump, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Aluminum, Q/R
Shimano disc
Rims
Aluminum, 36-hole
WTB SX-24, 32-hole
Spokes
UCP, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Stainless steel
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
Brass nipples
Front Tire
26 x 1.40" semi-slick
26 x 1.50" Continental Sport Contact
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.