2008 trek 7.3 fx

• Trek 7.3 FX 2008
• General Road

Bike summary

Bike components.

FX Alpha Black Aluminum

Suspension Fork

FX Alloy w/tapered wall thickness, straight blades

Rear Derailleur

Shimano Deore

Front Derailleur

Shimano C102

Shift Levers

Shimano EF60, 8 speed

SRAM PG830 11-30, 8 speed

Shimano M341 48/38/28 w/chainguard

Nylon body w/alloy cage

Alloy front hub, Shimano RM60 rear hub; Bontrager Camino rims

Bontrager Race Lite Hardcase, 700x32c; 60 tpi

Avid SD-3 w/Shimano EF50 levers

Bontrager Sport, 10 degree

Bontrager Crowbar Sport, 25mm rise

Aheadset Slimstak w/semi-cartridge bearings, sealed

Bontrager Race Lux Basic

Bontrager Sport

Bike geometry

Model overview.

7.3 FX belongs to the Trek 73 model. Trek launched 27 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2008 , by clicking on this link .

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Average price for General Road bikes

If you want an acceptable General Road bike you should know that the average price is 1915 $ . However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality General Road bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.

Overview of components

Fork material.

When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.

Wheels size

When it comes to wheels, the 7.3 FX bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.

Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek 7.3 FX is equipped with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.

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Trek 7.3 FX vs Giant Rapid 3

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I'm looking to start commuting to/from work (6 miles one way) as well as longer rides on the weekend to work on losing weight and improving overall fitness. I've been looking at three bikes, a 2009 Giant Rapid 3($579), a 2009 Specialized Sirrus($499), and a 2008 Trek 7.3 FX. The Trek was found in the local classified ads and has an asking price of $400. It has a bike computer on it and claims only 90 miles on it. I took it for a brief 1/2 mile ride and everything worked great. I think I've ruled out the Sirrus as I'm not really fond of the shifting system on it, and the LBS only has blue in stock and that wouldn't be my first choice. I like the Rapid 3, but by the time I add helmet, clothes, rear rack, etc, I'll be pushing the limit of what I'm looking to spend right now. The Trek certainly fits the price point, and think I might be able to negotiate a little lower as well. I do have a few questions though. Is this a reasonable price for a "used" 7.3 FX? How can I tell what model year it is? If it is older than a 2008, should the price come down a bit? Any suggestions for things I might overlook that could be issues in buying a used bike? Thanks for any insight anyone can offer. Looking forward to spring!  

DarkBeer said: I'm looking to start commuting to/from work (6 miles one way) as well as longer rides on the weekend to work on losing weight and improving overall fitness. I've been looking at three bikes, a 2009 Giant Rapid 3($579), a 2009 Specialized Sirrus($499), and a 2008 Trek 7.3 FX. The Trek was found in the local classified ads and has an asking price of $400. It has a bike computer on it and claims only 90 miles on it. I took it for a brief 1/2 mile ride and everything worked great. I think I've ruled out the Sirrus as I'm not really fond of the shifting system on it, and the LBS only has blue in stock and that wouldn't be my first choice. I like the Rapid 3, but by the time I add helmet, clothes, rear rack, etc, I'll be pushing the limit of what I'm looking to spend right now. The Trek certainly fits the price point, and think I might be able to negotiate a little lower as well. I do have a few questions though. Is this a reasonable price for a "used" 7.3 FX? How can I tell what model year it is? If it is older than a 2008, should the price come down a bit? Any suggestions for things I might overlook that could be issues in buying a used bike? Thanks for any insight anyone can offer. Looking forward to spring! Click to expand...

My wife has a Trek 7.2 WSD. It's a great bike. If you can get it for $350, grab it. Two years old means nothing.  

PJ352 said: Is this the Trek? http://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2008&Brand=Trek&Model=7.3+FX&Type=bike Click to expand...

DarkBeer said: Yes, that is the one I'm looking at. My thought was to offer $325 for it, and assume a counter at $350. Click to expand...

I had a 7.3 FX and loved it. My wife has the Specialized, and it is nice too. I have not ridden the Giant. I would go with the Trek, it is really a great bike. I ended up replacing mine with a Trek 4900 hard-tail Mountain bike, which I love too.  

One more question, the bikepedia link shows the tires as 700 x 32, and I'm quite certain the tires on this bike were 700 x 28. Is there any concern with the skinnier tire and my weight at 245? I'm pretty certain both the Sirrus and Rapid 3 were also 28 tires. Perhaps the 32 is a mis-print at bikepedia.  

DarkBeer said: One more question, the bikepedia link shows the tires as 700 x 32, and I'm quite certain the tires on this bike were 700 x 28. Is there any concern with the skinnier tire and my weight at 245? I'm pretty certain both the Sirrus and Rapid 3 were also 28 tires. Perhaps the 32 is a mis-print at bikepedia. Click to expand...

I offered $325 and was countered with $375. Can someone point me to a website where I can compare components between bikes and try to get an understanding of which is better? I've used the bikepedia website and loaded up the 2009 Sirrus vs the 2008 Trek 7.3FX. It is nice how it lays them out side by side, but I'm such a n00b I have no idea if a Shimano C102 front derailleur is better than a Shimano Altus, or how to compare a Shimano M341 crankset vs a Sugino. Thanks for the continued information and advice, it is greatly appreciated!  

DarkBeer said: I offered $325 and was countered with $375. Can someone point me to a website where I can compare components between bikes and try to get an understanding of which is better? I've used the bikepedia website and loaded up the 2009 Sirrus vs the 2008 Trek 7.3FX. It is nice how it lays them out side by side, but I'm such a n00b I have no idea if a Shimano C102 front derailleur is better than a Shimano Altus, or how to compare a Shimano M341 crankset vs a Sugino. Thanks for the continued information and advice, it is greatly appreciated! Click to expand...

I've got a 7.3FX ('09), and I think it's a great bike. I think your strategy of offering a bit lower and being ready for the counter is sound. As an aside, I recently decided to add a road bike and MTB--my original thought was to trade the 7.3 in--but I decided I liked the bike too much and wanted to keep her. She's still my fitness/errands bike. They're selling new for $600ish, so if the used one is really clean, and coming with a decent computer as well, the price may not be that outlandish, but it doesn't hurt to try and negotiate. Bill  

DarkBeer said: One more question, the bikepedia link shows the tires as 700 x 32, and I'm quite certain the tires on this bike were 700 x 28. Click to expand...

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2008 Trek 7.3 FX

• Serial: WTU319C2543B
• Manufacturer: Trek
• Model: 7.3 FX
• Primary colors: Blue
• Frame size: 51CM
• Wheel diameter: 700 C

Distinguishing features

FX Alpha Black Aluminum

Drivetrain and brakes

Frame and fork, additional parts.

• Cog/Cassette/Freewheel SRAM PG830 11-30, 8 speed
• Front Shifter Shimano EF60, 8 speed
• Rear Shifter Shimano EF60, 8 speed
• Front Derailleur Shimano C102
• Rear Derailleur Shimano Deore
• Crankset Shimano M341 48/38/28 w/chainguard
• Pedals Nylon body w/alloy cage
• Front Brake Avid SD-3 w/Shimano EF50 levers
• Rear Brake Avid SD-3 w/Shimano EF50 levers
• Fork FX Alloy w/tapered wall thickness, straight blades
• Headset Aheadset Slimstak w/semi-cartridge bearings, sealed
• Front Wheel Alloy front hub, Shimano RM60 rear hub; Bontrager Camino rims
• Rear Wheel Alloy front hub, Shimano RM60 rear hub; Bontrager Camino rims
• Front Tire Bontrager Race Lite Hardcase, 700x32c; 60 tpi
• Rear Tire Bontrager Race Lite Hardcase, 700x32c; 60 tpi
• Saddle Bontrager Race Lux Basic
• Seatpost Bontrager Sport
• Handlebar Bontrager Crowbar Sport, 25mm rise
• Stem Bontrager Sport, 10 degree

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2008 Trek 7.3 FX

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