Fuji Newest 4.0 Road Bike Review
Website design By BotEap.comOne of the most respected and sought after brands in road bikes remains the Fuji Bicycle company in Japan. The company boasts an amazing history of more than 100 years in the bicycle manufacturing industry with many notable achievements along the way, such as the establishment of the world famous Tour de Japan race and the first to introduce the group of parts Shimano Dura Ace on their bikes. The following article will provide a review of the Fuji Newest 4.0, one of the company’s premier road bikes.
Website design By BotEap.comFor a modest $500 for a road bike, the 4.0 offers a lot in a budget package. It features a 24-speed Shimano SL-R400 downtube shifter ideal for use in a variety of incline and road environments. The chain is a KMC Z-72 and the brake components are made from forged aluminum and are dual-pivot R-310A. The spokes are made from 14G stainless steel and the stem is made from proprietary adjustable road aluminum. Overall, a very durable lightweight build overview for a lower price.
Website design By BotEap.comMany users reported that the bike’s strengths are its durable frame and comfortable ride. Some drawbacks were lack of smooth or lag shifting and the actual placement of the downtube shifters claiming they can be hit with your knees. Many reviewers were first-time road bike owners and commented on the great price combined with value in features. Many said it was a great entry-level bike for beginner or intermediate road riders. Other positive comments are that the bike is ultra-light and easy to transport, has great stopping power, a smooth ride and an easy setup. Additional negative comments included sticky or clunky shifting, practical but ineffective shifter placement, geared more towards racing than novice or intermediate riding, and the pedals do not accommodate the dropouts.
Website design By BotEap.comThe most frequent comment from users concerned the price of the bike, which was considered reasonable in all reviews. Compared to many other pro race bikes on the market, the $500 4.0 is incredibly reasonably priced. Buyers can expect to pay at least 3 times as much for slightly more sophisticated models from other manufacturers. For example, a 2010 Shimano Ultegra, which has similar features and construction to the 4.0, however, retails for up to $2,000. Overall, Newest 4.0 has a good variety of practical and useful features at the cheapest price.