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Downtube vs Xootr Bike Comparison


As seen in the table below $679 Xootr does compete well with our $300 models. We have more gears, optional suspension, angle adjustable stem, alloy pedals, smaller fold, and better frame geometry.

  Xootr Swift Downtube 9 ($299) Downtube NS ($349) Downtube FS ($359)
Frame Material Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum
Drivetrain 8sp cassette 9sp cassette 9sp cassette 9sp cassette
Suspension none steel fork Zoom fork none aluminum fork Zoom fork and rear shock
Cranks replacable chainring replacable chainring replacable chainring replacable chainring
Stem fixed angle 60 degree angle adjustable stem 60 degree angle adjustable stem 60 degree angle adjustable stem
Pedals non-folding Aluminum folding Aluminum folding Aluminum folding
Frame Safety lock No Yes Yes Yes
Replacable rear derailleur hanger Yes Yes Yes Yes
Water Bottle braze-on No Yes Yes Yes
Frame protector (bar from below to protect frame) No Yes Yes Yes
Use Standard Bike parts Yes Yes Yes Yes
Weight 22.2 25 24 27


 

 

 
 
 
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