The 2022 Subrosa Salvador FC bike is a tall 21″ BMX bike from Subrosa. It has an aftermarket Rant Moonwalker Freecoaster so that you can fakie without pedaling backwards. I like freetoasters and so do many new riders. This post will outline everything you need to know about the 2022 Subrosa Salvador Freecoaster BMX Bike.
Frequently Asked Questions
| How Much Does it Weigh? | 26.4 |
| How Much Does it Cost? | 529 |
| Can I upgrade it? | Yes, you can easily replace and upgrade this bike |
| Does it have any pegs? | No pegs and no hub guards |
| Does it have Brakes? | Rant Spring Brakes – holes for gyro tabs – non removable brake mounts |
| What options does it have? | 21″ Matte Trans Blue |
| Gearing Info | Rant Moonwalker 2 – Sealed Freetoaster – RHD |
Geometry and Sizing
Let’s talk about the sizing of this bike so you can decide if it will be the right size for your height. Check out the Dougsterbob Size guide to see what you need to be looking for when shopping for a new BMX bike.
The most common cause of failure in BMX is an improperly sized BMX bike.
Frame Size
| Toptube Size | 21″ |
| Height Recommendation | Over 6′ |
| Big Bike Background | Over 5′ 9″ |
Frame Geometry
| Head Tube Angle | 75º |
| Standover Height | 9” |
| Chain Stay Length | 13.2” |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 11.6” |
This is a really standard geometry. This bike does a good job of balancing responsiveness with stability. For a new rider, getting a geometry like this will help them progress early on and understand how bikes feel.
Other Geometry
| Fork Offset | 30mm |
| Bar Rise | 9” |
| Bar Width | TBD |
| Crank Length | 170mm |
| Stem Specs | 50mm Reach Maybe? |
| Gear Ratio | 25/9 Freetoaster |
The fork offset makes the Salvador FC feel pretty stable. Since this bike is 1″ toptube, it is safe to assume that people over 6′ will be riding it. If you’re a real tall rider, you MIGHT enjoy getting taller bars with this bike. 9″ is pretty average with taller riders opting for 9.5″ or 10″ bars.
Quality & Weight Limit
The quality determines how long your bike will last and how it will hold up to certain levels of riding. Get the highest quality bike that you can afford because this will increase it’s longevity.
| Quality Score | 4.2 |
| Weight Limit | Under 160 lbs |
Main Component Quality
| Frame | Chromoly Toptube, Downtube, and Seat tube. Hi-tensile steel head tube and chainstay |
| Forks | Hi-tensile steel legs with chromoly steer tube, |
| Bars | Full Chromoly – 4 pc bars |
| Cranks | 8 spline, 3 pc cranks, full chromoly |
| Rims | Rant Squad, alloy, single wall |
The main components are of decent quality. The cranks will last a fairly good amount of time, the bars will also last pretty well. My main concern is the single wall rims bending, the back end of the frame banding, and the hi-tensile steel legs bending.
✅ Part Package Highlights
- Rant Trill Plastic Pedals
- Subrosa Petal 25t sprocket
- Sealed headset, BB and hubs
- Subrosa Sawtooth tires
- Rant Freetoaster
❌ Part Package Lowlights
- 410 Chain
Utility
Certain bikes are better for certain types of riding. Let’s talk about what type of riding this bike is best for. Remember, you can always make upgrades to make it better for your desired type of riding.
| Type of Riding | Dirt |
| Street | 2.89 |
| Park | 2.56 |
| Dirt | 3.59 |
Because of the geometry, the Salvador FC is better for riding dirt, with street coming in as a close second. To make this bike better for street riding, get some pegs and hub guards.
Good Upgrades
| Upgrade 1 | Wheels |
| Upgrade 2 | Pegs/Hubguards |
| Upgrade 3 | Forks |
Conclusion
I don’t really recommend this bike unless you are a tall rider looking for a cheap freetoaster bike. The next best option with a freecoaster for a tall rider is the Kink Switch for $600 it’s 20.75″ and has a freecoaster. If you are taller and can’t afford the $600 switch, this is the best choice for you. But I’m a bit disappointed with the high price. Let me help you find the perfect bike…
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