Many kind of bicycle types we can see in the street or every place surround us. Choosing type of bicycles is depend on our interest, and off course have to suitable with our requirement, especially when we choose type of bicycles based on its function. The person who will use the bicycle is one of the important things to be considered. Bike for Kids off course has a different type than for adult. Bike for Women also has a special type, mountain bike also different with road bike and so on. So, if you wanna chose your bicycle types, this list below can give you information about it.
Bicycle type | Condition of Use | |
Kids'Designed for kids with bolt-on type wheels.Includes all models with bolt-on wheels 24" and smaller. Smaller high-performance bicycles equipped with quick-release wheels are covered under the appropriate "adult" bicycle types. | Condition 0 | |
Kids' tricyclePedaled vehicles with three wheels, designed for children | ||
TrailerbikeChild's cycle with only a rear wheel, designed to be towed behind an adult's bicycle. | Condition 1 | |
Road"Drop" handlebar, chain and derailleurs, road caliper brakes, and 700c or 650c wheel diameter with 25c or thinner tires. Also covers belt-drive model, which is a one-speed.Not designed for carrying loads. Similar bicycles with different features are listed below. | ||
Track"Drop" handlebar, road caliper brakes, 700c wheel diameter with 25c or thinner tires, and one-speed freewheel (including belt drive) or fixed gear. No derailleurs.Not designed for carrying loads. | ||
Speed: triathlon or time trialSimilar to a road bicycle, but with aerobar, triathlon, or "bullhorn" handlebar | ||
TouringSimilar to a road bicycle, except with direct-pull brakes and tires wider than 700x25c.Designed for self-contained touring: carrying camping equipment or other gear. | ||
Urban road bicyclesSimilar to a road bicycle, except with disc brakes and tires wider than 700x25c.An urban bicycle with a "flat" handlebar is a City Hybrid Bicycle. A road bike for urban use but with a one-speed chain drivetrain is covered in the Track Bike section. A road bike with a belt-drive drivetrain is covered in the Road Bike section. | ||
Adult tricycleAdult pedal vehicle with three wheels | ||
TransportHybrid bicycle with extended cargo capacityIncludes RIDE+ Transport | ||
CruiserWide handlebar, wide saddle. Although equipped with fat tires similar to a mountain bicycle, cruisers are built for pavement riding only. | ||
Hybrid or Cruiser tandemBicycle built for two with flat hybrid or cruiser-type handlebars | ||
RIDE+ pedelec (Electric pedal-assist cycle)A hybrid, urban, or cargo- type bicycle with an electric motor that assists you when you pedal | ||
Hybrid"Flat" handlebar with wheels of the 700c size | Condition 2 | |
City Hybrid bicycleHybrid bicycle with accessories for city riding or commuting, such as fenders, rack, lights, or bell | ||
CrossSimilar to a road bicycle, except with cantilever or disc brakes and tires wider than 700x25cWith a skilled rider in mind, designed for riding off pavement | ||
Cross country mountain"Flat" handlebar, direct pull or disc brakes, 1.9" (48mm) or wider tires, and front suspension or light-weight full suspensionDesigned for riding on rougher surfaces Mountain-type bicycles with bolt-on wheels are kids' bikes | Condition 3 | |
All-mountain"Flat" handlebar, disc brakes, 1.9" (48mm) or wider tires,and medium-travel (at least 4 inches/100mm) front and rear suspension. Designed for riding on rougher surfaces | Condition 4 | |
Freeride, downhill, or huckingMountain bicycle with a heavy-duty, reinforced frame and extra-strong partsDesigned for aggressive riding on rougher surfaces | Condition 5 |
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Source :
- http://www.bike-manual.com/brands/trek/om/welcome/choose_bike.htm
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