Speedster R2

The Speedster R2 is the ultimate fitness / cruiser / commuter bike. It's lightweight and fast like a road bike, but the mountain bike-style geometry, including straight handlebars, allow you to sit more upright, making it comfortable, safe, and controllable to ride in all types of traffic

As a commuter bike: because you sit upright more, it’s safer in traffic. It’s also light (approx 23 lbs) so you can carry it up stairs if you need to. The narrow tires and gearing make it about 20% more efficent than a mountain or other large tire bike. You can also add accessories easily: there are mounting bolts on the front and back for racks; we also offer quick release fenders specially designed for the Speedster series of bikes.

As a cruiser bike: the Speedster is at least 10 lbs lighter than a traditional cruiser bike, so you’ll go farther and faster. The upright seating position allows you to talk easily with others as you ride. Plus you have multiple gear options (27-speeds) for hills and valleys. You’ll enjoy the ride around the lake or the beach much more with this bike. It also has mounting bolts for child carriers.

As a Hybrid bike: You can get optional mountain bike treaded tires to take the Speedster on trails. The all-aluminum frame and components are extremely durable. The hydraulic disc brakes will also stop you in any condition.

Here are the main upgrades you get on the Speedster R2 over the Speedster R1:

• Frame - a new lower-standover height frame that minimizes lateral flex and is comfortable and efficient
• Upgraded Brakes - the hydraulic disc brakes make it even
  
• Upgraded Fork - the carbon fork makes it lighter and absorbs more road chatter
• Upgraded Derailleur - with Shimano Ultegra derailleur you get smoother silky smooth shifting
  
• Upgraded Shifters - smoother more precise shifting
• More gears - it has 27 (vs 24) gears, giving you more mid- and high-range gears

  My Ultimate Commuter Bike
by Clem (Mt View, CA)
December 17, 2009

If you're commuting and/or doing casual biking, you should strongly consider a Hybrid like the Fezzari Speedsters. Being up right means you can see road hazards better and others can see you better. Unfortunately, a lot of bike stores emphasize the more aggressive Road Bikes and Mountain Bikes, so you don't get to see many or any of the more practical Hybrids in the stores. Hence, I was really happy to come across the Speedster R2. This bike is really great. It's a joy to commute on and I just love it. The disc brakes are a must if you ride in the rain or drizzle. The arrangement of the brake handles and up and down shifters are great because you can have your fingers on all three at once. The R2 is at an excellent and unbeatable price point. It's also light weight without going to all Carbon. I looked at a number of other commuter and/or hybrids from bigger brand names but they just didn't quite meet my expectations. Note: I did order some upgrades, so my R2 is not exactly the R2 that is listed here: I added a carbon handle bar, top of the line Dura Ace components, Shimano Mt Bike Pedals, FSA Gossamer Cranks, and all terrain tires (700x35c). The forks are wide enough to take wider tires, but these all terrain seem to be a good compromise that have good grip without adding too much rolling resistance or weight. I definitely recommend the wider tires and the Pedals. (Shimano offers even higher end pedals than the M520s.) Since I intend to keep my bike for many years, I didn't hesitate to the the higher end Shimano deraileurs, although if you are on a budget, I'm sure the stock deraileurs are fine. Some nits/hints: The Fezzari Fenders didn't work out with the all terrain tires. I ended up returning them and getting Beaver Tails from REI. Also, the stock cassette of 12x23T wasn't quite a wide enough range for me, so I ended up getting a 11x34. Instead of the Ergon grips, I got the Serfas Pro-Flo grips from REI because I think they have a bit more padding. I do highly recommend getting some sort of Ergonomic grips. If you want Front Panniers, you need to get the R1, since the R1's Al fork has mounts for it, but the R2's carbon fork doesn't. Bottom line, I think this hybrid is hard to beat.

  Fantastic Bike
by Byron Grossnickle (Spring Hill, KS)
April 17, 2009

I bought this bike for my interval and road workouts....Also training and riding in the Ragbrai in IA. It has been a great bike for the money. I look forward to riding this bike for many years to come.

  Guy Long
by Guy Long (Panama City Beach, Florida)
March 25, 2009

Bought the R2 for my 28 mile roundtrip commute to work. I was hesitant to purchase a bike online from a company I knew little about and that I could not test ride. But after receiving my speedster two weeks ago, and after several commute rides, I can say that my worries were for naught. This is a superb bike. Fast, smooth shifting, and comfortable. Perfect for commuting and fitness rides. The staff at Fezzari were very courteous and helpful with all my questions. I would highly recommend that anyone searching for a new bike should check out Fezzari.

  Speedster R2
by Sam Watson (slc, utah)
January 7, 2009

This bike is my favorite commuter bike to school as well as anywhere in the city. I road this bike in the moab century this year and it did incredible on the uphill, downhill, and the long straitaway flats. This the best choice for an everyday ride!

  Love this bike
by Ryan J (Seattle, WA)
October 22, 2008

I've had this bike for 3 months now and I use it to commute daily to and from work. Rain or shine, this bike is awesome. It brakes great and shifts extremely well with the Ultegra derailleur. I added fenders to it and Ergon grips. The thing that amazed me most is that it still weights only 24 lbs! I get to work about 10 minutes quicker than I did on my old bike.

  2 - R2s
by David Watson (Cottonwood Heights, Utah)
August 22, 2008

I have and ride a Colnago, Cannondale Cross Bike and a Kona King.. This is my bike of choice for commute, tour and every day play time. My son commutes 12 miles to school on his R2 and we are both thrilled. For the money and looks, it is hard to beat. I recommend this bike for novice and seasoned riders. Gas is high and this bike is incredibly reasonable.

  Speedster R2
by Robert (Johnson)
July 15, 2008

this is a great bike. a lot of bang for its buck. I use it to commute to work everyday. good components as well! thanks.