Access Raptor 3.0
As far as good mountain bikes go the Access Raptor series of mountain bikes are relatively new to the market. The Access Raptor are well specked and perfect for beginners who are seeking great value for money. The bikes combine a lightweight aluminum frame, Shimano drivetrain, disc brakes and durable Alex wheels to deliver an incredible value for money mountain bike .
The Raptor 3.0 is the series’ entry-level model loaded with features not usually found on bikes in this price range. It is fitted with a 100mm travel Suntour fork and Alex wheels with Maxxis Mobster. The Raptor 3.0 has Shimano 24-speed drivetrain which will give you all the gears you need together with the Tektro Novela mechanical disc brakes give the bikethe climbing and stopping power of a trail-worthy mountain bike.
2011 Access Raptor 3.0 Mountain Bike – Specifications
| TYPE OF FRAME | 7005 aluminum with integrated head tube |
| FORK | SR Suntour SF11-XCM with 100mm travel |
| SIZES | S, M, L, XL |
| CRANK | Shimano Altus FC-M311, 42/32/22T |
| BOTTOM BRACKET | Shimano BBUN26 sealed cartridge |
| SHIFTERS | Shimano Acera |
| COG SET | Shimano CS-HG40 8-speed |
| CHAIN | KMC HG50 |
| FRONT DERAILLEUR | Shimano Acera |
| REAR DERAILLEUR | Shimano Alivio |
| RIMS | Alex TD-24 rims |
| FRONT HUB | Joy alloy QR disc hubs |
| REAR HUB | Joy alloy QR disc hubs |
| SPOKES | |
| NIPPLES | |
| TIRES | Maxxis Mobster 26X2.35, folding |
| PEDALS | Wellgo 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 3.0 – the new kid in town
The Access Raptor 3.0 has the makings of an excellent bike for the price and a good mountain bike for the average rider, but if you are a bit more hardcore I would suggest looking at the Raptor 2.0 or the Raptor 1.0. Overall a great bike for beginners and but as far as good mountain bikes go the brand is too new to tell but definitely worth consideration.
