What is the difference between this bike and the Vilano Aluminum Road Bike?
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The Vilano bike is equipped with quick-release wheels, while this bike (also made by Vilano) requires hex nuts to attach the wheels. Both look like they are equipped with Shimano Tourney, although I think the Vilano Tuono (what you are referring to) has a more updated version of the front and rear derailleur.
1974769
Both are specification related questions which you can easily find on its website. What I can tell you it's a BMW of bike. Very good bike to own. I am very happy with the decision.
23420
Check your bikes there seems to be two different bikes, that or similar, on Amazon.com. the one I purchased has handlebars that are closer. And did not cost as much as the other one.
2078829
There are more pieces in the 4221 ie bike. I bought the cheaper set and it's great.
201720
its comes in both models. the one for about $50 is Aluminum, the one for about $98 is carbon fiber. I have the aluminum ones and they are very light and very well made.
1646853
Minor difference in technical specs and / or components. As far as I can tell, the last significant change was around 2010 when they went to a rear disc brake. The 2014 spec shows shimano derailleurs which I think is a fairly recent change as in earlier models they used SRAM derailleurs. Overall, I don't think it's worth losing much sleep over... The Paratrooper is really solid bike in my opinion.
262061
Do not buy this bike, it is heavy and not even a good entry level bike....I've done Ironman before and ride alot. My wife bought one and after the first club ride we ended up having to go get her another bike it was so heavy and slow. Be better off getting a entry level from your local bike shop. If you are trying to go the cheapest way, you can go to Academy and get a Schwinn road bike that is around $250 and will work, but not best.
746706
I had the A050 thumb shifters from a vilano bike and switched them with the A070 shifters and they worked. I eventually switched the rear derailleurs & front derailleurs to the A070 (only because they were too beat up). Niagara cycle works had free shipping for above fifty dollar purchase.
650665
I think now, the blue one is single speed alloy pedal breaks. Now, they have a silver one (just search victory touring and scroll down) that is alluminum (used to be heavy steel), 6 speed, handle breaks.Either way, they frame is the same - beautiful but awkward to fit on a car bike rack. There is a price difference, so that may be a factor
600389
I bought the aluminum one and my friend bought the stainless-steel one. There is no functional difference. However, after a period of using, the stainless-steel is still shining just like new, but the aluminum surface has already become dull.
2091155
I have both. the safari is a lot lighter and made of plastic. the al star is all metal/aluminum and heavier. the difference is only the weight and material.
2234303
This bike is aluminum and does not way about 50 lbs. Minus the battery it weighs less than 30 lbs. With battery you're probably looking at about 35 lbs. If anyone read 50 lbs for shipping weight in any sales description, then it's just a default value.
690596
I'm not exactly sure...you can google that. This bike is great except the seat comes loose every time I use it. I'm constantly re tightening the bolts before every workout. It's very annoying and I'm hoping it never falls off while I'm on it!
1007335
I weighed them when I received them and compared the weight with the old handlebars I removed, but I didn't write the numbers down and they are now mounted so I don't know. As I recall, these new bars were a little lighter than the aluminum bars I removed. Sorry.
2030020
Although I purchased the Men's version, there is very little difference. I am very happy with this bike. It is extremely lite in weight and remains pretty rugged. It picks up speed with little effort and I love the ride. The only complaint I have is the tire tube needed replacement after only several Months.
1686549
I have had both. After having an aluminum one for years, I splurged and bought the stainless steel and was so disappointed in the performance that I bought a new aluminum one. I have had it for 10 years and am very pleased with it.
2230812
Aluminum Frame. And it's a great bike. A little more heavy than some I would guess, but very stylish and strong. My daughter ( 22yrs ) loves it.