Product Description
The Vilano FORZA 1.0 is equipped with a 12K Carbon racing fork and Shimano 105 10-speed . This is an intermediate performance racing bike.
Full Specs:
- Model: Forza1.0
- Speeds: 30
- Frame: 6061 DoubleButted Aluminum
- Fork: 12k Carbon Racing
- Shifters: Shimano Tiagra 10-speed STI
- FrontDerailleur: Shimano Tiagra
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano105
- Crankset: FSA Vero 170mm (50 & 52cm) 172.5mm (54,56,58cm) 50/39/30T
- Stem: Alloy 105mm +/- 10° 26mmbore
- Cassette: Shimano 4600 10 Speed 11-25T
- Bottom Bracket: Sealed Cartridge
- Chain: KMCx10
- Hubs: Formula
- Rims: 700c DoubledWalled CNC Machined Sides Black Anodized
- Tires: Kenda700c x 23c
- Brakes: Alloy Caliper
- Headset: FSA Integrated
- Handlebar: Alloy (50, 52 &54cm) 420mm (56 & 58cm) 440mm width
- Seatpost: Alloy27.2 x 300mm
- Saddle: Cionlli
| List Price: | $1,200.00 |
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Product Details
- Size: 50cm
- Color: White
- Brand: Vilano
Features
- Shimano 105 10 Speed
- 12k Carbon Fiber Racing Fork
- 6061 Double Butted Aluminum Frame
- 30 speeds
- Free Pedals Included
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
34 of 34 people found the following review helpful.
By 7cjbill2
I bought this as the higher end Forza b/c it had the better components: FSA crank and 105 rear mech. I was not disappointed. The color is a nice flat white, easy to keep clean. The build quality is great and it is an excellent entry-level road bike. The wheelset is not bad, about 2000g....not aero, but at this price/level riders like me don't need aero wheels. Front rim is radial spoked, the rear is 2x. Most of the bargain wheelsets you can buy are about the same weight or heavier so stick with the wheelset on it until you're read to spend $300-$450 on a decent set. Personally, I'd buy a set of rims and the hubs I want and take them to my LBS; you'll get what you want and get better quality for your money. Brakes are OK, I already switched mine to 105 front/rear and better pads but the Pro-Max brakes do work just OK to start. Something to note, my front brake did NOT come installed so you need to know at least a little bit to get it ready to ride, or take it to your LBS and have them do a pro-tune on it. Worth the money and definitely worth introducing yourself to your LBS because you will need them sooner or later. Saddle is junk, toss it, I'm using Planet Bike a.r.s. and it's great. Pedals I didn't even use, immediately installed my Delta Exustars, but the boxed pedals come with toe clips/straps. I'm not sure why saddles and pedals are included on bikes like this, because even at this entry level most riders have their own preferences. Leave the store-shelf parts to the beginner bikes like the GMC Denali choices. Shifters work beautifully, and this is my first bike with "brifters" so I can't comment on the performance differences between the Shimano sub-categories but since I don't know they work well for me.
Just a few upgrades can make this bike really great; carbon seatpost, bars, stem and a nicer wheelset should carry you a few more years. I've already done the first 3, more for coolness less for performance because I liked the look. 105 brifters and a 9-sp cassette later. I ride casually alone and with a group ~100 miles a week, so I'm positive this bike will suit my needs for a long time. Next thing I do will be a wheelset, but I see no need for it right now.
I was comparing this to the Tommaso bike and although I like the Tommaso frame better for my size/style of riding, I passed on it b/c of the Sunrace brifters. Maybe the Sunrace work fine, but in doing my research there is a Youtube video with an overview of the Tommaso bike that says it is equipped with Shimano brifters but a bubble in the video explains they are now equipped with Sunrace brifters. That seemed to me to be clearly a cost-cutting measure so the intended equipment was changed to save a few bucks. What else did they skimp on?
4 stars b/c of having to install the front brake yourself (no instructions, either, so absolute beginners get trial by fire to bike mech) and the Pro-Max brakes are just OK...not great.
Update 12/2011: Still riding great, however, in my style of riding the 50-tooth big ring wasn't enough for me to "keep up" in the style of riding I like. I switched to a carbon 53-tooth w/ MegaEXO and new chain to get me there a little more easily. Probably knocked off 1000g or so with the switch, as well, as the stock crankset was a little bit heavy. I get lots of fantastic comments on this bike wherever I go, very sharp and definitely a looker compared to the Kent/Trek bikes that everyone seems to own around here. Don't regret the purchase one little bit. In the short three months I've owned it, with about another $500 (carbon seat post, bars, stem, crankset, aero wheels; all purchased as used cast-offs from other enthusiasts) in upgrades this has turned into a serious mid-level road bike.
Update 7/2012: Finally burned through the set of tires that come with it in the spring, replaced with a special deal from my LBS. Other than that, no problems whatsoever. Next upgrade I make (when I can justify it) will be some osymetric chainrings just for the novelty and because I want to try them out. Still have not regretted the initial cost outlay. I notice that the new models are now black, and come with a 10-speed cassette and brifters, so even a better deal now then when I bought it, if you care for that sort of thing.
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.
By J. M. Mino
I wanted to buy an entry level road bike, and after some research the Vilano Forza Bike was my #1 alternative.
I've been riding for 5 months and haven't had any trouble.
It's a feasible bike with very good components for and entry level. If looking for something better I'll probably need to spend 1,5 k.
Shifts and brake works good, but I'll probably need to spend on a better saddle and a pair of pedals.
100% satisfied.
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.
By Ryan
I recently purchased this bike for fitness/leisure reasons. So far, the bike has been fantastic. I've ridden 40 miles locally and the bike has been great every mile. The shifting is awesome. Good components. Light bike. I am a beginning cyclist and this bike seems great so far at the price point of $650. I would invest in some nicely padded shorts or upgrade the saddle because it isn't the most comfortable. Like someone else mentioned, buying some shoes, pedals, and saddle is just about all you would want to buy for this bike. Overall, great buy and lots of fun.
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