Wall thickness is about one mm.
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∙ 12y agoChromoly steel is relatively lighter compared to other types of steel. It is known for its high strength-to-weight ratio, making it a popular choice for applications where both strength and weight are important considerations, such as in bicycle frames or roll cages for race cars.
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The most common metal used for standard bicycle frames is steel, although it is possible to get frames made from graphite, aluminum, and titanium alloy.
Generally speaking aluminum frames have larger diameter tubes than steel or titanium bikes, but the most obvious is to test with a magnet. If it sticks it's a steel frame. If it doesn't it's probably aluminum. Titanium frames are still so rare that you are very unlikely to buy one w/o knowing.
Motobecane frames are made by Kinesis in Taiwan. Kinesis also makes the bicycle frames for Jamis, Specialized, Schwinn, Felt, and other well known bicycle brands.
Magnesium, Titanium
Oh sure. Carbon fiber frames are composites, and quite popular.
These days - usually not.
Both 6000- and 7000-series alloys can be used for bike frames.
There is no bicycle that is made out of Nickel. Some steel frames may be coated with Nickel only for aesthetic purposes.
Looking to purchase a bicycle frame without the accessories? Not all bicycle frames are made the same, therefore a low-quality bicycle frame can be purchased used for as low as 99 cents on ebay, while better quality frames may cost a few hundred dollars.
It is light and strong