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Introducing Vishnu, our dedicated Cycling Enthusiast with a long journey of riding and crafting expert bicycle reviews exclusively for ChooseMyBicycle. With an avid passion for Cycling and an unwavering commitment to staying at the forefront of Bicycle Technology, Vishnu's insightful reviews are your trusted companion in making informed choices for your next ride.
Kids Bicycle
This dual-suspension frame geometry is ideal for a comfortable riding posture.
The front suspension fork is minimal in travel and smoothness which was only useful when riding over potholes and speed breakers.
The speed combination of the CX 70 is also not the usual combination.
Sypo branded V-Brakes provided smooth and safe braking power.
The stock 26” x 1.95” are well treaded and fast rolling on urban roads.
frame
Steel Double Tube Design
fork
Suspension Fork
front derailleur
Shimano 3-Speed
rear derailleur
Shimano 6-Speed
shifters
Revo Shifter
brakes
Power V-Brakes
tires
26" x 1.95"
bicycle weight
20.1kgs
handlebar
Straight
saddle
Comfy Saddle
Hercules is one of the pioneer brands in the bicycle industry and every kid, teenager and adult in India would have come across this brand name. The range of models they have is huge and there is a bicycle for every kind of rider. We got the opportunity to test ride the Hercules CX 70 and here is what we thought.
Weight: 20.1 kgs
Usage: Leisure/Commute
A value for money and a comfortable bicycle best suited for short commutes and leisure rides.
The Herucles CX 70 is built on a strong Steel frame. This dual-suspension frame geometry is ideal for a comfortable riding posture. The integrated carrier from the frame at the rear is strong and useful with a 30 kg weight bearing capacity. When it comes to steel along with the strength comes the heaviness and this frame weighed 20.1 kgs. This is heavy and difficulty is faced when one has to carry this cycle up the stairs or when riding on inclined roads and flyovers.
The front suspension fork is minimal in travel and smoothness which was only useful when riding over potholes and speed breakers. The rear suspension below the seat needed some weight on it or a bigger pothole or bump for it to function fully to its capacity.
The full Steel Dual Suspension frame comes in 1 standard frame size
The CX 70 from Hercules which I test rode came in a Gloss Black/Green dual colour frame with Black, Green, Blue and White used as secondary colours for graphics, logo and text. The split type bird handlebar was new and stylish. The Green shade on the tire treads added an aesthetic appeal to the bicycle. With front and rear mudguards, dual suspension and an integrated rear carrier, this bicycle looks fully equipped.
This bicycle comes in 2 colour variants; Gloss Black with Deep Orange and Gloss black with Fresh Green
The Hercules CX 70 is equipped with an entry-level Shimano Tourney drivetrain. While the rear derailleur is an old type, the new derailleur is a fairly recent version of Tourney. The speed combination of the CX 70 is also not the usual combination we see these days. It comes with a 3-Speed at the front and 6-Speed at the rear. This 18- Speed gears are shifted using Revo Grip shifters that were easy to use.
The Shimano Tourney 3x6 Speed gears are controlled by Revo Grip shifters
A pair of Sypo branded V-Brakes controls this bicycle’s stopping power. These brakes were standard and were ideal for quick and safe stoppage on rough and smooth roads.
The split type handlebar design was unique and also made the grips come closer to the rider, hence making the riding posture comfortable. There was enough space to hold on to the grips even after the grip shifters.
Sypo branded V-Brakes provided smooth and safe braking power
The stock 26” x 1.95” tires were the perfect combination of fast rolling and good traction. These tires were balanced during the test ride when ridden on slightly muddy and also wet roads. The stock Hercules Saddle on the CX 70 was cushioned well to keep the rider sore free on bumpy rides in the city.
The stock 26” x 1.95” are well treaded and fast rolling on urban roads
Prices are subject to change by the brand, without due notice.
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