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Because a MTB is expected to get ridden over bumpy ground and even jumped every now and then. It needs to be stronger to stand up to that.
Road bikes aren't expected to encounter that kind of riding, so they can be made more flimsy and lighter.
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∙ 7y agoMTBs aren't deliberately made to be heavier. But they're made to be stronger. They need it, as they're meant to travel over rough ground. And the way to make them stronger is to use more material, which makes them heavier.
Of course, MTBs can also have suspension. That means more parts and more weight.
And they need wider tires for better traction on soft Surfaces. Wider tires weigh more too.
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∙ 7y agoBecause of the rugged terrain that mountain bikes traverse most of the time. Durability is another factor as a regular road bike would not be able to retain traction with those thin tires.
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Why not ride a mountain bike on the road?
A road bike is faster on the road than a mountain bike. That's all
What is triathlon bike?
a triathlon bike is like a road bike, thinner then mountain bike tires..
Which is easier to pedal a mountain bike or a racing bike?
That'd depend entirely on what gear you're in, and both road bike and MTBs usually come with several gears to choose from. But, a MTB is heavier, have coarser tire treads and will give you a less aerodynamic riding positions - so for the same amount of effort you'll go faster on a road bike.
Why do mountain bikes have different tiers than a road bike?
because the traction on the mountain bike tires have more of a grip to be able to ride on a mountain when a road isn´t that hard to ride on and to need more traction.
What is a mountain bike?
A mountain bike is basically a bike meant to be strong enough to be ridden off road. It's overall stronger and has wider tires than other bikes.
In Pokemon diamond how do you get to the mountain that separates Sinnoh?
you can get to it through the bike road south of eterna. you have to get a bike first.
Why is a mountain bike heavier than a road bike?
Because the MTB is meant to be able to take jumps and bumps, and has to be stronger because of that. The road bike is expected to travel on smooth roads, which means it can be weaker and lighter. In addition the suspension fork and rear shocks (if fitted) are heavier due to the moving parts and need for a rigid design. These forks will usually have oil and sometimes springs fitted too. Lastly the rims need to be stronger and normally wider which involves more material in reinforcement. Basically to make something tougher requires more material and more material means heavier.
What makes off road bikes heavier than MX bikes?
Don't know what you mean by a MX bike.
What is a good bike to use in a time trial road race?
A good bike to use in a time trial road race would have to be a time trial bike. It is a racing bike that is designed for use in a individual race. They do have racing bikes also.
What are mountain bikes?
A mountain bike is the bicycle equivalent of a SUV or a Jeep, it's a bicycle made to go off-road.
What do you call a push bike that is have road half mountain?
If it's got drop bars it's called a cyclocross (CX) bike
What is the difference between a mountain bike and a ten speed?
A cruiser bike is a bike that gives an upright riding postion, is usually blinged out, and is ridden rather sedately. MTBs are available in several different versions(XC, AM, DH), but basically they're about providing a compromise between ruggedness and rideability. Mountain bikes have much knobblier tires and usually have suspension, which is rarely available on cruisers. Mountain bikes are also used competitively.
