GMC Yukon XL Road Bike | 
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| Brand: Kent
Category: Sports
Buy New: $304.96 - $395.99
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Rating:  41 reviews
Sales Rank: 4328
ASIN: B000FDKPCU
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| Features:
| • | Road bike features a 6061 aluminum road bike frame; 20-inch and 25-inch models offer 14 speeds while 22-inch model features 16 speeds | | • | High-profile Vitesse aluminum rims that look as good as they perform | | • | Vitesse racing saddle with an alloy seat post for a smooth ride | | • | Shimano STI shifters and an alloy crank set round out this sturdy road racing cycle | | • | Frame is available in 20-, 22-, or 25-inch sizes |
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Amazon.com Product Description
The GMC Yukon XL 700C 14-Speed Road Bike is built around a lightweight aluminum 6061 road bike frame (20-, 22-, or 25-inch frame) and Shimano tourney 14-speed gearing. The bike features high-profile Vitesse aluminum rims that look as good as they perform, and a Vitesse racing saddle with an alloy seat post for a smooth ride. Lastly, Shimano STI shifters and an alloy crank set round out this sturdy road racing cycle. GMC Yukon XL 700C Road Bike Specifications
- Frame: Aluminum 6061 straight gauge
- Fork: Aluminum Aero600 700C-11/8
- Headset: TS B52S-11/8
- Chain: KMC Z 51
- Crankset: Shimano Tourney 39X50 L170mm
- Front Derailleur: Suntour FD-XR05
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano Tourney SIS 7SPD
- Shifters: Shimano Sora STI L2/R7
- Brake Levers: Integrated with Sora shifters
- Brakes: Tektro 510A alloy caliper brake
- Hubset: Alloy quick release front and rear
- Rims: HJC alloy black 700CX14GX32H
- Tires: Kenda black with yellow band 700X25C
- Stem: A-Head aluminum silver EXT:90mm -7D
- Handlebar: Maesbend W: 430mm D:25.5mm
- Sadle: Vitesse Pro black
- Seat Post: HL aluminum micro adjust 27.2 X 300mm
- Pedals: VP-390 with toe clip
- Weight: 26.0 pounds
Amazon.com Bicycle Buying Guide
Finding the Right Bike
To really enjoy cycling, it's important to find a bicycle that works for you. Here are some things to keep in mind when you're in the market for a new bike: The Right Ride
In general, bikes are broken down into three major categories: - Road and Racing Bikes--As a general rule, road and racing are built for speed and longer distances on paved surfaces. Thinner tires, lightweight 29-inch (700c) wheels and drop bars that allow for a more aerodynamic position are the norm. Most road bikes, regardless of price, offer many gears for tackling both hilly and flat terrain.
- Mountain Bikes--With their larger tires, hill-friendly gearing and upright position, mountain bikes are very popular for all types of riding, both on pavement and off. Mountain bikes that are designed specifically for rugged trail use typically feature a suspension fork. Some may have rear suspension, as well. A quick change of the tires on any mountain bike--even one that you use regularly on trails--adds to its versatility and makes it a worthy street machine.
- Comfort/Cruiser Bikes--For tooling around on bike paths, light trails, or for cruising a quiet beach-side lane, comfort/cruiser bikes are the ticket. With a super-relaxed riding position, padded seats, and limited or no gearing, these bikes are made for enjoying the scenery and having fun with the family.
The Right Price
A bike's price boils down to three essentials: frame materials, bike weight, and component quality and durability. - Entry-level--You'll find a wide range of comfort and cruiser bikes in this category, as well as some lower-end mountain bikes and road bikes. Most will have steel frames and components that are designed to last for several years with frequent use.
- Mid-range--Bikes in this range may feature a lighter aluminum frame with mid-range components that keep performing after miles of use. If you're looking for a quality bike that is relatively lightweight and will stand up to abuse, this is the "sweet spot." Most serious commuter and touring bikes fall into this category, as do mid-range mountain bikes with a decent front suspension.
- High-end--Racers and serious enthusiasts who expect lightweight, high-performance components will want to stick to this category. For road bikes, exotic frame materials (carbon fiber, titanium) and ultra-lightweight components can add thousands to the price tag. Mountain bikes in this class often feature advanced front and rear suspension technology, as well as components designed to handle lots of rugged trail action.
The Right Size
Fit is crucial for comfort, control, and proper power and endurance on a bike. Here are some basic bike fit tips: - Stand-over Height--To find out if a bike's overall height fits your body, measure your inseam. Next, determine how much clearance you'll need between your crotch and the top tube of the bike. For a mountain bike, you'll want three to five inches of clearance. A road bike should offer between one and two inches of clearance, while a commuter bike should have two to four inches. Compare the stand-over height for a given bike to your measurements (inseam + clearance) to determine the right bike height.
- Top Tube Length--You can measure your torso to get a good estimate of proper top tube length. First, make a fist and extend your arm. Measure from the center of your fist to the end of your collarbone (the part that intersects your shoulder). Next, measure your torso by placing a book against your crotch with the spine facing up. Measure from the spine to the bottom of your throat (the spot between your collarbones). Finally, add the two measurements (arm length + torso length), divide the number in half and subtract six inches. This is your approximate top tube length. Compare this number to a bike's posted top tube length. You can allow for about two inches longer or shorter, as most bikes can be adjusted via stem length/height and saddle fore/aft position to make fine adjustments to the fit.
- Bikes for Women--Proportionally, women tend to have a shorter torso and longer legs than men. Bike makers design women's bikes that offer a shorter top tube and many comfort/cruiser bikes built for women may also provide more stand-over clearance.
The Right Accessories
When you make a bike purchase, don't forget these crucial add-ons: - Helmet (this is a must!)
- Seat pack
- Lock
- Hydration pack, or water bottles and bottle cages
- Spare tubes
- Portable bike pump
- Gloves
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| Customer Reviews: Read 36 more reviews...
 Christmas present purchase December 26, 2008
L. Carney (Bradenton, Florida)
I just purchased this bike for my son for Christmas and it was rather easy to put together. However, the integrated Sora STI brake/shift mechanism is not functioning. We are amateurs when it comes to cycling components, so I don't know if the part is defective or needs adjusting. When pedaling, neither the front or rear gears will shift. Unless someone has any suggestions, I guess I'll have to take it to a bike shop. Also, I purchased the 25in size for my 6'1" son (based on the reviews posted) and it is a bit too high.
 Different Components but still a great value! December 11, 2008
Z. Kramer
I ordered the 22" model and have had it for about 5 months now. I am 5' 10.5" and I fit perfectly on this bike. The handle bars might be more comfortable if they could move up about an inch but it's not bad. I have ridden it well over 300 miles so far. When I first looked at the bike, I was shocked to see that it had 16 gears as opposed the the specified 14. This is featured only on the 22" model I discovered. Although the components are not Shimano (as advertised), the Micro Shift components are not bad. The front derailleur is Shimano but the chain tends to grind against it slightly when using the low gear in front and high (5-8) in back. It's not horrible but the person riding behind you will definitely hear it.
I've had a couple flats since I received the bike but I was going relatively fast over train tracks and a broken up brick pathway, so I blame those to be my fault as opposed to the bike's "deep" rims (they look normal to me but I'm not a veteran road biker). I haven't had any problems with the rims yet or the spokes protruding through them as some other reviewers have said. I immediately replaced the rim tape with some Velox ones I got from REI for $5 just in case and they seem to be doing a good job.
This bike is an excellent, excellent buy for people looking for a good commuter or for the occasional race. I personally have gotten a lot of compliments on it (despite the funny looks I got from the road biking team on campus) and people are very surprised that it was only $300. If you remove all of the "caution" stickers, it actually makes the bike look very sleek.
I assembled the bike myself which isn't hard to do at all. If you have even a general idea of how to put the rims, threaded handlebar, seat post, and pedals on a bike you will do just fine. Just take a look at another bike and you will see that it's merely a few bolts here and there. A $90 tune-up and assembly inspection from the bike shop had me riding in no time.
You can easily accelerate up to 20 mph within a matter of seconds from a stand still with this bike. Although it is about double the weight of a $600 road bike you'll find at your bike shop, you will be pleasantly surprised at how much faster and easier it is to ride this bike if you've mainly had experience on a mountain bike. With a little work, you can max out at about 28 mph on a flat road. I've gotten up to 35 mph going downhill.
The shifting is ok. Lately, if I shift downward on the rear gears, I may have to shift once in the opposite direction to get the chain centered on the sprocket because it seems as if shifting down a click actually moves the rear derailleur two notches instead of one. I have kept my bike out of the rain and stored indoors since I purchased it, so I can only find this to be the fault of either Micro Shift's components or faulty tuning by the bike shop, not sure which.
When shifting, I noticed that the front derailleur can actually move in several small increments (6 I think) rather than just 2 (one for each sprocket in front) in order to fine-tune the position of the front derailleur depending on what gear you are on in the back. Even after discovering this, I was unable to get the grinding on the upper gears to go away completely. Another small inconvenience is that in places where dirt tends to fly up, such as the seat stays (those two supports attached to the bolt on the rear wheel) and on the horizontal bar at the top of the frame, the paint has small chips. They're not bad but I was hoping to keep the esthetics of my bike a pristine as possible.
Some accessories that I would suggest adding are SKS Raceblade XL Fenders, Planet Bike Blaze Headlight, Planet Bike Superflash Tail-light, Sigma BC1606L Bike Computer, and a mountable bike pump for those flats (in case you have the same problems as some of the other reviewers).
I would definitely recommend this bike to others. It's not high-end but it will definitely get you from A to B and in style too! After a couple years it might be beneficial to invest in some better Shimano components but the Micro Shift ones will do just fine until then. If you do upgrade things, you will certainly have a bike worthy of that $600 price tag.
Buy this bike! It's certainly not perfect but I assure you that you won't regret your purchase! All of my friends think I'm obsessed with it because I spend so much time riding it!
exceeded my expectations October 22, 2008
Steven S. Vollo (atl, ga)
Received my 25 inch unit about 2 weeks ago. If your close to 6 feet, I suggest this size after reading some of the reviews. Glad I did. As advertised, all components were there and the bike was assembled perfectly. Not one bolt /screw was mis-torqued. It took about an hour to put the components together. Have rode it 30 miles and only needed a minor front derailleur adjustment. I really like the bike. The fit/finish/attention to detail is spot on. I don't see how they can sell a bike of this quality for $324. Their customer service is great too!
good bike October 16, 2008
Manny C. (Miami , Fl)
Me: 6'2",220 pds and 44 years old. I have several bikes and ride about 100-150 miles a week. I bought this bike because I did not want to abuse my nicer($1200 cannondale) road bike,part of my riding is in rough terrain and I also take my bike in the train etc.
The bad: the bike came with crooked rims and needed some adjustments. The average owner can take it to a bike shop and repair the minor items for +- $50.00. This bike is good for up to 20-22 mph constant speed.
The good: most riders( me included) are happy with the 20mph speeds on this bike. I love the looks , the shifters and the overall quality( I've ridden 500 miles so far). THIS IS A GOOD BUY FOR THE AVERAGE RIDER, however, understand that you are not buying a top of the line bicycle. But, this bike is a good buy for 95% of amateur riders. Enjoy!!
Super starter road bike September 23, 2008
Donald Krell
This is a super value for a starter bike. I'm just getting back into riding after a 20 year lay off. I looked around and couldn't find a road bike at a LBS for under $600. I really wasn't sure if I wanted to spend that much. I found this bike on Amazon and was a little unsure about it until I rode it. This is a great bike for someone like me ( a novice in his 50's). It was easy to assemble and after riding it all doubts disappeared. The only suggestions I have is to get a bike computer, gloves,helmet and a more confortable seat.
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