FALTER FX 203 Wave blue, matt

The "FX 203 Wave blue, matt" model from the FALTER brand, released in 2022, is a versatile and robust bicycle priced at 399 EUR. The frame is made from 6061 aluminium, ensuring a lightweight yet sturdy construction. For safety, the bike is fitted with V-brakes at the front and rear, as well as an additional coaster brake. The brake levers are made of aluminium and designed as 2.5-finger models to ensure ease of use.

The bike’s gear system is a Shimano Nexus 3-speed hub gear with a coaster brake, operated via the Shimano Nexus SL-3S41 gear lever. This offers a reliable and user-friendly way to change gears. The rigid fork is a unicrown fork made from Hi-Ten steel, which ensures solid riding performance.

Lighting is provided by a MATRIX LED front light with 20 LUX and a MATRIX LED rear light with a parking light function. Power is generated via a side-mounted dynamo. The pedals are VP-260 children’s pedals, suitable for smaller feet.

The bike’s drivetrain consists of a KMC Z6 chain, a MATRIX crankset with 38 teeth and a length of 127 mm, and a 19-tooth sprocket. The handlebars are ergonomically shaped MATRIX children’s handlebars, complemented by Herrmans 89 children’s grips for a comfortable ride.

Other components include a MATRIX aluminium stem, a MATRIX 1 1/8-inch headset, aluminium rims with 28 holes and stainless steel spokes. The tyres are MATRIX More Miles 1 Reflex tyres in size 47-406, which provide good traction. The front hub is made of MATRIX aluminium and the rear hub features a Shimano Nexus 3-speed internal gear hub with a coaster brake.

The saddle is a MATRIX Kids model, fitted to a steel seat post. The mudguards are made of plastic, as is the MATRIX chain guard. An aluminium centre stand ensures the bike stands securely. The specification is rounded off by a robust steel-tube luggage rack with a spring-loaded flap, which offers additional storage options.