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Motobecane Elite Eight DISC Size Guide
Men's 15.5": 5'6" to 5'9" | 17.5": 5'9" to 5'11" | 19": 6'0" to 6'2" | 21": 6'2" to 6'4" | 23": 6'5" to 6'7"
Ladies: 14" StepThru - 4'11" to 5'5" | 16" StepThru - 5'5" to 5'10"
Sizing is a general guide. Final choice is personal preference. Between sizes? Size down for easier standover or quicker handling. Size up for taller handlebars, longer reach, or longer arms/legs, but you may touch when straddling.
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The Motobecane Elite Eight DISC is a front-suspension adventure hybrid built for commuting, fitness rides, bike paths, rough roads and groomed trails. It combines a high-grade aluminum 700c/29er frame, Shimano Nexus 8 internal gearing, Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, Suntour NVX lockout suspension fork, double-wall wheels and 700x42 Kenda tires.
ON SALE for $999: Compare at $1200-$1599 with FREE 48-state delivery. The Nexus 8 internal gear hub keeps shifting smooth and simple, while hydraulic discs and the lockout fork add control and comfort for everyday riding.
Motobecane Elite Eight DISC adventure hybrid: built for riders who want a simple, smooth-shifting flat bar bike for commuting, paths, rough pavement, hardpack, and everyday fitness rides.
Shimano Nexus 8 internal hub: the drivetrain is enclosed inside the rear hub for clean, easy operation and less external shifting hardware than a typical derailleur setup.
Hydraulic disc brakes and lockout suspension: Shimano hydraulic disc brakes with 160mm rotors add confident stopping power, while the Suntour NVX lockout fork helps smooth rough roads and paths.
700x42 tires and 29er-style clearance: Kenda 700x42 tires roll efficiently while the frame source lists clearance for up to 29x2.0 tires, with non-stock fitment not guaranteed.
| Compare | Motobecane Elite Eight DISC | Marin Presidio 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $999 | $1,199 | |
| 8-Speed Internal Hub | Shimano Nexus 8 internal gear hub | Shimano Nexus 8 internal gear hub | |
| Shimano Hydraulic Brakes | YES | NO | |
| Suspension Fork | YES Suntour NVX lockout suspension fork | NO (Rigid aluminum fork) | |
| Tires | 700x42 stock, Fits up to 29x2.0* | 700x40 stock | |
| Weight | Approx. 24 to 28 lbs (customer reported) | ~28 lbs (per youtube review) | |
| Note | *Weights can vary +/-5% due to size/production variables | ||
| Dimension / Size | 41cm | 46cm | 51cm | ST39cm | ST50cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Effective Top Tube (mm) | 582 | 594 | 607 | 576 | 598 |
| Chain Stay (mm) | 465 | 465 | 465 | 475 | 475 |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 | 71 | 71 | 71 | 71 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 71.0 | 70.5 | 70.5 | 72 | 72 |
| Wheel Base (mm) | 1072 | 1076 | 1085 | 1084 | 1095 |
| Standover Height (inches) | 26.4 | 27.9 | 30.4 | 21.1 | 26.2 |
| Head Tube Length (mm) | 110 | 120 | 140 | 145 | 165 |
| Units are mm unless otherwise noted. ST = StepThru/lowered top tube. | |||||
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