Sunpeed Mars - Shimano Sora: ChooseMyBicycle Expert Review

The Sunpeed Mars - Shimano Sora has been made using Aluminium Alloy, which is perfect to achieve an excellent speed-to-comfort ratio. The design of the tubes ensures supreme performance on all kinds of terrain – tested on cobblestones and flat tarmacs. The performance across all road surfaces was impeccable. This welding technology used on the frame of this Bicycle adds to its lightweight.

This Bicycle comes equipped with a full Carbon fork. This lightweight fork absorbs shock felt from riding on cobblestones, and/or bumpy, rough terrain efficiently.

The Sunpeed Mars is a well-designed Bicycle. The Bicycle we test rode came in a primary colour black with minimal Silver and multi colour text decals. The branding on the frame of this Bicycle is significant while not being overpowering. The thin tubes made the bicycle look sleek and lightweight and the smooth welding on the frame joints adds to the overall aesthetics of this Bicycle.

This Sunpeed Mars comes equipped with Shimano Sora front and rear Derailleur. This 18-Speed Bicycle is fast when on the road, tackling climbs and flat roads with ease. The shifting was lag-free with these Sora derailleurs. The 18-Speed shifting is controlled by Shimano Sora single-lever paddle Shifters which require minimal effort to shift.

The Sunpeed Mars - Shimano Sora comes equipped with Tektro Road specific Caliper brakes. When tested, both interval and abrupt braking, the power of these Caliper brakes were sufficient while remaining stable and in control. The braking was as effective on both dry and wet terrain on the test ride.

This Bicycle comes equipped with a stock Alloy handlebar. The compact shape of the handlebar enables the rider to place their hands on the drops without being in an overly aggressive, strained riding position.

The Sunpeed Mars - Shimano Sora comes equipped with fast rolling and sleek CST 700x25C tires which are attached to stock Alloy Double walled rims. The tires offered a smooth and fast ride. Cornering felt stable, allowing for crisp sharp turns.

This Bicycle comes equipped with an ergonomic road specific stock saddle. The saddle offered a level of support and cushioning that is well suited to a rider on faster short-distance as well as long endurance rides.