One of the top models in its category. Ultralight alloy frame with triple butted tubes, RST 80mm travel air fork, SHIMANO Deore components, 10 speeds, TEKTRO hydraulic brakes and CST tires. Whether you are looking for a racing special or a light top equipped bike, Author Sonic is a powerful machine that will support the performance of your rider and support him even in more demanding conditions.
Technical specification
| Size | 14", 16" |
|---|---|
| Frame | triple butted hydroformed alloy 6061 27.5" |
| Front fork | RST Aerial 27.5 TnL air, lock out (80 mm) |
| Head parts | AUTHOR Integrated 1.5" tapered |
| Chain Wheel | PROWHEEL 32 teeth 165 / 170 mm cranks |
| BBParts | PROWHEL BB unit |
| Rear derailleur | SHIMANO Deore |
| Shifters | SHIMANO Deore (10) |
| Free wheel | SHIMANO M4100-10 11-46 (10) |
| Chain | KMC X10 |
| Hubs | QUANDO Disc 32 holes |
| Brakes | TEKTRO Auriga disc hydraulic (6" rotors) |
| Brakes levers | TEKTRO Auriga WS |
| Rims | AUTHOR Xenon TRC 27.5 32 holes |
|---|---|
| Spokes | black stainless steel 2.0 mm |
| Tires | CST B-Trail aramid 27.5" × 2.25" |
| Pedals | alloy |
| Handlebar | AUTHOR Flat Top bar 9° 620 / 640 mm |
| Grips | AUTHOR kratton rubber |
| Stem | AUTHOR alloy |
| Seat post | AUTHOR alloy (31.6) |
| Seat clamp | AUTHOR (34.9) |
| Saddle | AUTHOR Champion |
| Speed | 10 |
| Weight | 12,2 kg / 16" |
Geometry and sizes
| Size | 14" | 16" |
|---|---|---|
| Min. figure | 140 | 155 |
| Max. figure | 158 | 173 |
| S/T c-t | 356 | 406 |
| S/T c-c | 0 | 0 |
| T/T h | 550 | 575 |
| T/T a | 544 | 557 |
| H/T | 110 | 115 |
| C/S | 420 | 420 |
| W/B | 1052 | 1067 |
| S/T ang. | 74 | 73.5 |
| H/T ang. | 69 | 69.5 |
| F/L | 475 | 475 |
| B/B drop | 45 | 45 |
| B/B width | 73 | 73 |
| Reach | 0 | 0 |
| Stack | 0 | 0 |
| F/R | 43 | 43 |
| Handlebars | 0 | 0 |
| Stem | 0 | 0 |
| Cranks | 0 | 0 |
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The recommended size and stature are just indicative. It is recommended to always consult your choice with the dealer.
- S/T c-t - seat tube (center-top), length of the seat tube from the middle of BB parts to its peak
- S/T c-c - seat tube (center-center), length of the seat tube from the middle of BB parts to an axle of the upper tube
- T/T h - top tube horizontal, horizontal lenght of the upper tube
- T/T a - top tube actual, real lenght of the upper tube
- H/T - head tube, head tube lenght
- C/S - chain stay, chain brace lenght
- W/B - wheel base, wheelbase (front and rear axle lenght)
- S/T ang. - seat tube angel, angle between the seat tube axis and an imaginary line connecting the axes of the front and rear wheel
- H/T ang. - head tube angel, angle between the head tube axis and an imaginary line connecting axes of the front and rear wheels
- F/L - fork length, fork length from the head parts bottom to the middle of the front wheel
- B/B drop - bottom bracked drop, lenght between an imaginary line connecting wheels centers and BB parts, measured from BB parts
- F/R - fork rake, distances between the head tube axis and fork axis measured at center of the front wheel, so-called. off set
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Product options
| red | 14" = UA#42933100 16" = UA#42933101 |
additional accessories
AUTHOR Bottle cage ABC-L&R05Bottle cage AUTHOR ABC-L&R05 designed for easy bottle removing from side direction. It is lightweight and has a contoured inner edge which makes ...
AUTHOR Bottle cage ACP-X26 KarbonCreated using AUTHOR X26 Carbon - tech construction is superbly strong and incredibly light. Elegantly designed, it holds true to its function ...
AUTHOR Stand AKS-570 R18Lightweight and high performing kick Stand Author for frame dropout fixation AUTHOR IS-R18. For wheel size 24”-29”.
Designed for frame integrated dropout ...
AUTHOR Mudguard rear X-BowRear mudguard AUTHOR, modern shorter mudguards with universal bracket, fabric plastic. Weight 163g.
AUTHOR Sadle bag A-S381 QF9 X7The Author saddle bag A-S381 is the easy bag with the Quick Fix 9 bracket for easy click ON/OFF and one main compartment. Designed for long satisfied ...