Specialized Ariel Disc Bicycle 2013
With a calculated mixture of road bike and mountain bike features, the Ariel is for the rider looking to zip through the weekday commute and head out for weekend adventure. The Ariel Disc features an A1 Premium Aluminium frame with women's recreational geometry, Tektro Novela Mechanical disc brakes, and a 60mm-travel SR Suntour fork for stability over any terrain.
- All new Step-Through A1 Premium aluminium frame with Women's Fitness geometry and tubesets for a lightweight and confidence-inspiring ride. Mudguard/rack braze-ons for versatility
- Durable, double-walled 700c alloy rims with fast-rolling Specialized Trigger Sport tyres for asphalt, hardpack or gravel paths
- SR Suntour 8-speed crankset, Shimano HG 11-32 cassette, plus Altus rear derailleur and Rapid Fire shifters gives you all the gears you need for varied terrain, with a chainguard for added protection
- Women's BodyGeometry Riva Saddle features a women's cutout and plush seating area for all-day riding comfort
- SR Suntour 60mm-travel custom women's coil-sprung fork with alloy lowers provides a capable and plush ride
- Tektro Novela mechanical disc brakes for solid braking and easy maintenance under any conditions
FRAME Specialized Ariel A1 Premium Aluminium double-butted frame, women's fitness geometry and tubesets, mudguard and rack braze-ons, forged dropouts, kickstand mount
FORK SR Suntour NEXi Coil, custom women's coil spring, Aluminium lower, custom integrated fork crown, 60mm travel
HEADSET 1-1/8" FSA Ahead, semi-integrated, 8mm cone spacer
STEM Melt-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 10-degree rise, 25.4mm clamp
HANDLEBARS Specialized 25mm XC alloy riser bar, 25.4mm, 8-degree back bend
GRIPS Specialized Women's BodyGeometry XCT, Kraton rubber w/ gel, closed end, 120mm
FRONT BRAKE Tektro Novela, mechanical disc brake, dual pad angle adj. 160mm rotor
REAR BRAKE Tektro Novela mechanical disc brake, dual pad angle adj. 160mm rotor
BRAKE LEVERS Tektro mechanical brake lever
FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano FDM-191, top-swing, dual-pull
REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano Altus, 8-speed
CASSETTE Shimano 8-speed, 11-32
CHAIN KMC X-8, 8-speed, reusable Missing Link
CRANKSET SR Suntour, XCT, 8-speed, square taper spindle, replaceable outer ring, w/ chainguard
CHAINRINGS 48/38/28, w/ chainguard
BOTTOM BRACKET Cartridge bearing, square spindle w/ crank stop right side, capless bolts
PEDALS Composite plastic body, loose ball w/ reflectors
RIMS 700c, alloy, double-wall, DISC, 32h
FRONT HUB Disc hub, double-sealed, ground race, dual lock nuts w/ 17mm contact side, 5mm QR, round disc mount
REAR HUB Disc hub, loose ball, double-sealed, ground race, dual lock nuts w/ 19mm contact side, QR
SPOKES Stainless, 2.0mm (14g)
FRONT TYRE Specialized Trigger Sport, 700x38c, 60TPI, wire bead
REAR TYRE Specialized Trigger Sport, 700x38c, 60TPI, wire bead
INNER TUBES Specialized Schrader valve
SADDLE Specialized Women's BodyGeometry Riva WMN Sport, steel rails, 155mm width
SEATPOST Alloy, 2-bolt head, 12.5mm offset, 27.2mm
SEAT BINDER Alloy clamp
NOTES Chainstay protector, derailleur hanger, owner's manual
Technical Specification
Built, Checked, Tuned and Tested
All our bikes are fully built, checked, tuned and tested by our Cytech qualified mechanics and then securely packaged, ready for delivery. All you have to do is add the pedals (if included), attach the handlebars to the stem and tighten them following the included detailed instructions or by watching our video and using the provided FREE tools. Visit our Bike Assembly page to see how you assemble your new bike once you receive it.
All bikes collected from our shop, are built, tested and ready to ride. For hassle-free home delivery and bike set-up from a qualified mechanic use our Premier Delivery Service.
Please note, occasionally, manufacturers may change the specification without notice. Bicycles do not come with pedals unless otherwise specified. Bikes ordered for delivery will not arrive with the pedals installed, please refer to the owners manual and pedal installation guides provided for guidance. We do not install accessories to bikes, including mudguards. Bikes ordered for delivery that have tubeless compatible tyres and rims will arrive with inner tubes installed or with tubeless valves installed, this will be brand dependent. Sealant is available to be purchased separately.
If you require any assistance please contact our Customer Care team.
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