Cycling Touring Road Bike RC 520 Microshift 10-Speed
Store Availability
Store availability
BENEFITS
Brake control
Hydro-mech disc brakes: Powerful and progressive
Versatility
Inserts for pannier rack & mudguards, compatible with 36 mm tyres max
Cycling comfort
Comfort road cycling geometry, 28mm tyres, foam handlebar tape, ErgoFit saddle
Instructions
DownloadTECHNICAL INFORMATIONS
CHOOSING THE RIGHT SIZE BIKE
You should choose the size of your bike based on your height, as well as your build (arm span and leg length).
If you are between sizes, the smaller size will give you a more athletic position, while the larger size will give you a more comfortable position.
XS 154 165 cm
S 165 173 cm
M 173 180 cm
L 180 188 cm
XL 188 200 cm
You can try the Triban 500/520, which has exactly the same geometry, in our stores.
Certain stores offer a bike fit service.
Frame
New Triban Evo frame in 6061 T6 aluminium, comfort-oriented geometry with adapted sloping
Weight: 1780 g in size M.Strong, versatile frame: can be fitted with a mudguard and pannier rack
Compatible with tyres up to 700x36 or 650x40
FORK
Triban Evo fork with carbon blades and aluminium 1"1/8 Aheadset steerer tube. This fork combines comfort, low weight (680 g), and precision. The carbon has been designed to provide good lateral rigidity and good filtering of frontal vibrations.
Inserts on blades for mounting a front pannier rack.
Maximum load on the fork: 9kg,
Holes on the wheel axle for attaching a mudguard
Compatible with tyres up to 700x36 or 650x40
HANDLEBAR, STEM, STEERING
Ergonomic aluminium Triban handlebars for a better grip and excellent comfort.
Handlebar width (axle-to-axle):
XS / S: 400mm.
M / L: 420mm.
XL: 440 mm.
New Triban stem:
XS / S: 80 mm.
M: 100 mm.
L: 110mm.XL: 120 mm
Drive train
To ensure the availability of our bikes during this shortage of components, we designed the RC520 with a Microshift 10-speed double chainring drive train. This durable, smooth drive train provides a great ratio so you can ride your bike over any gradient.
Microshift R10 (R502E) shifters
Microshift R10 (R712) front derailleur, clamp, precision-forged steel gear shift plate.
Microshift R10 (RR1M) rear derailleur
CHAINSET AND CASSETTE
MICROSHIFT CS-H110 10S 11/32 cassette
(11-12-13-15-17-19-21-24-28-32).
Prowheel 50/34 crankset
Crank length varies according to size of bike:
XS, S, M : 170mm.L, XL : 175 mm.
HYDRO MECHANICAL BRAKES
TRP HY/RD disc brakes.
Cable-operated hydraulic pistons, ensuring reliability and efficiency
160mm disc at the front and rear
Anti-compression Jagwire housing to ensure braking precision and efficiency
Semi-metallic TRP pad (M515/M525 version)
BEDDING IN BRAKES
You will need to bed these brakes in. Simply brake gradually 20 times at a low speed (20 km/h), then repeat at 30 km/h. Make sure to bed in both brakes.
Bedding in creates more friction between the disc and brake pad.
Wheels
Triban Tubeless ready* wheels
6063T6 aluminium
ETRTO dimensions: 622 x 19 C
25 mm high for greater lateral rigidity
Crossed steel spokes for improved rigidity (28 front and 28 rear)
Sealed bearings
Weight per pair (without cassette and QR): 2300 g
* To switch to Tubeless, you'll need a pair of Tubeless Ready tyres and a conversion kit including 2 tubeless valves + 2 rim strips + bottle of anti-puncture liquid.
VITTORIA ROAD TOURING TECH TYRES
We chose the VITTORIA TOURING TECH tyres in 700x32C with their proven puncture protection, excellent grip on wet ground, and longevity. A truly all-purpose tyre, they will be your best friend for cycle touring on rolling, slightly uneven terrain.
Saddle / Seat post
Triban ErgoFit saddle. Hammock design for greater comfort. Aluminium Triban seat post.
Easy seat adjustment
Diameter: 27.2mm.
Length: 350 mm in M / L / XL, 300 mm in S, 250 mm in XS
Pedals
Platform pedals included with the bike.
The mentioned bike weight doesn't include the weight of the pedals.
Accessories
Comes with a front and rear-lighting kit and bell.
MUDGUARD COMPATIBILITY
It can take the SKS Bluemels matt 35 mudguards set (ref: 8385659) or the Flash black road bike saddle mudguard (ref:8327786).
Enter the product code into the search bar on the Decathlon website to find out more about these products.
Weight
10.4 kg in size M, without pedals
Is the RC520 MICROSHIFT R10 bike suitable for bikepacking?
Yes, this bike was designed for bicycle touring on roads, including bikepacking. That means you can install light bags, for example on the saddle, on the frame, and on the handlebars. Thanks to its comfort, the RC520 is the perfect companion for long journeys in the saddle.
This bike is not however a bike for travelling. We do not recommend overloading it with larger travel bags on the pannier rack, for example.
See this bike in action!
Our Triban bikes have already gone on many adventures! Discover our Triban stories on https://triban.exposure.co/
COMPOSITION
composition
Bike frame: 100.0% Aluminium
Tips for storage and maintenance
DO NOT WASH.
BLEACHING EXCLUDED.
DO NOT TUMBLE DRY.
DO NOT IRON.
DO NOT DRY CLEAN.
Storage tips
Store your bike in a dry, cool place. If riding or storing your bike in a salty environment, be sure to wash your bike after each use.
Restrictions on use
Not suitable for competition (not UCI certified).
TESTS AND WARRANTY
Test product
We cut no corners on testing the RC520. In the lab, the bike passed all of the tests for the most demanding standards, as well as additional tests that helped guide our design choices (geometry, fork rigidity, etc.). But that wasn't all. We also put it through its paces on the road. We tackled some legendary routes (Paris-Roubaix, Tour des Flandres, the Ardéchoise, etc.) as well as our lunchtime rides and even gravel rides and long-distance rides with panniers
Parts guarantee
Lifetime warranty on the frame, handlebar, and stem; 5-year warranty on the fork