Velopedia Bicycle Archive

2001 Roland C-500

Comfort/commuter bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.

Original MSRP
$399.00
Sizes
17", 19", 21"
Colors
Red
Weight
29
Archive ID
90928
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Frameset

Frame ConstructionTIG-welded
Frame MaterialChromoly
ForkRST 281-R, 2.0" travel
Fork MaterialAluminum
Rear ShockDNM DV-22, 2.5" travel

Drivetrain

Component GroupHybrid Mix
ShiftersShimano Acera EZ Fire Plus
Front DerailleurShimano Alivio, top-pull/clamp-on 35.0mm
Rear DerailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano Acera, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom BracketSealed cartridge, 115mm spindle
BB Shell Width68mm English
Rear Cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainKMC, 1/2 x 1/8"
PedalsWellgo platform

Brakes

BrakesTektro 824A linear-pull brakes, Tektro 385A levers

Cockpit & Contact Points

Headset1 1/8" Dia-Compe SAS
HandlebarAluminum, 2" rise
Handlebar ExtensionsN/A
StemAluminum, adjustable
SaddleVelo Plush
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust

Wheels & Tires

HubsFront: Joy Tech aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano
RimsFront: Alesa aluminum, Rear: Alex aluminum, 36-hole
SpokesShuhn Lih stainless steel, 1.8mm double-butted
Spoke NipplesBrass nipples
Front Tire26 x 1.95" Kenda K-847
Wheel Size26" wheels

Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.

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