FALTER U 4.0
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The 2021 FALTER U 4.0 is a versatile and robust bicycle that is ideal for everyday use in the city. Priced at 699 EUR, it offers good value for money. The frame is made from 6061 aluminium, giving the bike – which weighs just 14 kg in total – a lightweight yet sturdy structure. The maximum load capacity is 130 kg, making it a reliable choice for a wide range of riders.
The FALTER U 4.0’s braking system consists of aluminium Promax TX123D V-brakes, complemented by Promax BL-39AP brake levers, which allow for precise control with a 4-finger operation. The Shimano Nexus 7-speed hub gear system with freewheel ensures smooth and efficient gear changes, supported by the Shimano Nexus SL-C3000-7 gear lever.
The bike is fitted with a rigid Unicrown fork made from Hi-Ten steel, which ensures stable and direct steering. For safety in the dark, a MATRIX LED front light with 20 LUX and a Herrmans H-Cargo MATRIX LED rear light with parking light function are fitted, both powered by a Shimano DH-C30001 hub dynamo.
Other features include Marwi SP-822 pedals and a MATRIX VP-BC73C bottom bracket. The MATRIX PRO-A38 crankset has 38 teeth and a length of 170 mm, whilst the chainring has 19 teeth. Power is transmitted via a KMC Z6 chain.
The bike’s handlebars are a MATRIX HB-RB11 with a width of 640 mm, complemented by Herrmans DD36 grips and a MATRIX AS-601 stem with a diameter of 25.4 mm and an angle of 15 degrees. The FSA City headset is semi-integrated and measures 1 1/8 inches.
The FALTER U 4.0 rides on hollow-section aluminium rims fitted with Continental Speed Ride tyres in size 42-622, which ensure good handling and durability. The front hub is a Shimano dynamo hub and the rear is a Shimano Nexus 7-speed hub gear with a freewheel, both connected by stainless steel spokes.
The Selle Royal Ariel saddle offers comfort on longer rides, supported by a MATRIX SP-222 aluminium seatpost. SKS A46S mudguards protect against splashing water, whilst the Horn Catena 18 chain guard covers the chain. An Ursus Mooi centre-mounted kickstand ensures the bike stands securely when parked. The Atran Velo Tour Pro luggage rack, featuring a spring-loaded flap and an integrated rear light, rounds off the specification and offers practical transport options.
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Equipment
| Brakes | Promax, TX123D, V-brake, aluminium |
| Brake levers | Promax, BL-39AP, aluminium, 4-finger |
| Frame | Aluminium 6061 |
| Drivetrain | Shimano, Nexus, 7-speed hub gear, freewheel |
| Shift levers | Shimano, Nexus, SL-C3000-7 |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Fork | Rigid fork, Unicrown, Hi-Ten |
| Bottom bracket | MATRIX, VP-BC73C |
| Crankset | MATRIX, PRO-A38, 38 teeth, 170 mm, aluminium |
| Sprocket | 19 teeth |
| Drive | KMC, Z6 |
| Headset | FSA, City, 1 1/8 inches, semi-integrated, black |
| Handlebar | MATRIX, HB-RB11, width 640 mm |
| Grips | Herrmans, DD36 |
| Stem | MATRIX, AS-601, 25.4 mm, 15 degrees |
| Saddle | Selle Royal, Ariel |
| Seatpost | MATRIX, SP-222, 27.2 mm x 350 mm, aluminium |
| Rims | Hollow chamber, aluminium |
| Tires | Continental, Speed Ride, Reflex, 42-622 |
| Spokes | Stainless steel |
| Pedals | Marwi, SP-822 |
| Front light | MATRIX, LED, 20 LUX |
| Rear light | Herrmans, H-Cargo, MATRIX, LED, parking light function |
| Mudguards | SKS, A46S |
| Kickstand | Ursus, Mooi, centre stand |
| Rack | Atran Velo, Tour Pro, spring-loaded flap, integrated rear light |