Access Raptor 2.0
There are several features that make good mountain bikes and the Access Raptor 2.0 has most of these features. Though new to the market the Access Raptor series of mountain bikes are well equipped and as far as mountain bike prices go great value for money. The bikes combine a lightweight aluminum frame, Shimano drivetrain, disc brakes and durable Alex wheels to deliver a very capable and well specked mountain bike.
The Raptor 2.0 is the series’ mid-level model loaded with quality features above the standard of bikes in this price range. It is fitted with a 6061 aluminum frame, 100mm travel Suntour fork and Alex wheels with Kenda Kadre tires. The Raptor 2.0 has Shimano Alivio and Deore 27-speed drivetrain which will allow you to fly along the trails while the Tektro Novela mechanical disc brakes provides you with confident stopping power.
2011 Access Raptor 2.0 Mountain Bike – Specifications
| TYPE OF FRAME | 6061 aluminum with integrated head tube |
| FORK | Suntour SF11-XCR with 100mm travel, preload adjuster and hydraulic speed lockout |
| SIZES | S, M, L, XL |
| CRANK | Shimano Alivio, 44/32/22T; S-170mm, M-175mm, L-175mm, XL-175mm |
| BOTTOM BRACKET | Shimano Alivio |
| SHIFTERS | Shimano Alivio |
| COG SET | Shimano HG30-9 9-Speed, 11-34T |
| CHAIN | KMC HG53 |
| FRONT DERAILLEUR | Shimano Alivio |
| REAR DERAILLEUR | Shimano Deore |
| RIMS | Alex TD-24 rims |
| FRONT HUB | Joy alloy QR disc hubs |
| REAR HUB | Joy alloy QR disc hubs |
| SPOKES | |
| NIPPLES | |
| TIRES | Kenda Kadre 26X2.35, folding |
| PEDALS | Wellgo one-piece alloy |
| FRONT BRAKE | Tektro Novela mechanical disc |
| REAR BRAKE | Tektro Novela mechanical disc |
| BRAKE LEVERS | Tektro ML520 |
| HANDLEBAR | Alloy, S-580mm, M-600mm, L-620mm, XL-640mm width |
| STEM | Alloy 3D Forged; S-90mm, M-100mm, L-110mm, XL-120mm; 31.8 clamp |
| HEADSET | Tange integrated |
| GRIPS | Velo |
| SADDLE | Velo, chromoly rails |
| SEAT POST | Alloy, 31.6: X S-300mm, M-300mm, L-350mm XL-350mm |
| SEAT CLAMP | Alloy QR |
| NOTES | Two colour ranges to choose from Blue and Black |
Access Raptor 2.0 – the new kid in town
The Access Raptor 2.0 has the makings of an excellent mid-level bike for the price and a good mountain bike for the average to intermediate rider, but if you are a hardcore trail rider I would suggest looking at the Raptor 1.0. Overall a great bike for beginners to intermediate rider but like the Raptor 3.0 as far as good mountain bikes go the brand is too new to tell but definitely worth consideration.
