20 Best Road Bike Under $750 (Jan 2023 Update)

Excellent bike. Very smooth riding with a comfortable riding position. Quality parts from Shimano make for fast shifts with good gear range. I ride primary for aerobic exercise and find the bike gives me a great workout while providing a smooth, solid ride. I assembled it myself but needed to have a bike shop to fine tune the front disc brake and true the front wheel in order for the front wheel to spin freely. (Although the bike comes with all the necessary assembly tools (hex wrenches and pedal wrench), the included assembly instructions are not very good w respect to the front wheel / disc brake assembly). But as it turns out Vilano explains that you need to have a bike shop check the assembly in order for the warranty to be valid … not something I knew going in, but the bike shop’s assembly review and front wheel / disc brake tuning ($80) gives me added peace of mind. I should add that Vilano customer service is outstanding. Their toll free phone automated attendant menu could do for a few more option selections to make things more intuitive, but once you get through to the staff they is great. They give you the sense that they are genuinely interested in helping you solve whatever problem you’ have. They listen well, seem to be very knowledgeable about the product and follow up as promised. Overall I’m very pleased with the bike … smooth and solid with good quality parts. Would I recommend and buy again – Yes!Michael L.

We ordered this bike for our teenage son. We added the Pro Build, since we don’t have any close bike shops and we knew he would ride it right away. The bike came on time and packaged neatly. Our son put it together in about 15 minutes and took it out for a ride. So nice that it worked perfectly! Totally worth the slight up charge. The bike looks and feels great for the price point; matte finish, lightweight frame, responsive components. Our kiddo is very happy!James K.

I researched bikes in order to find a hybrid bike that delivered more road performance than trail, at a reasonable cost. This one fit the bill and I believe is a clear winner in the price range $300. It does take a while to set up, and you should understand bikes or bring it to a shop to handle that for you. I understand bikes and I still became tripped up on the front derailleur, and it took me a couple days of working on it and reviewing video to first see where I messed up in attempting to fine tune it and then figuring out where to set it back to where it originally was set and then fine tuning it from that point again once I realized that's all it needed. The back derailleur and the disc brakes also needed adjustment and I did fine on them though but again, you need to understand bikes and also to comprehend videos on the subject matter. Took the bike for my first ride recently, so this is a maiden voyage review of approximately 7 to 8 miles on steep hills. It performs admirably on hills, where the 24 gears are a must! The bike is a performer for the price! Tires felt strong, frame is solid, disc brakes are great. The seat may need to be changed out for comfort, however, they are cheap enough and for the price of the bike, should not be considered a deterrent. It is better to NOT have a front shock for more road use, as that absorbs energy going up steep hills and that's what I needed this for. Had the bike pushing 40 m.p.h. or over and was very stable. Be sure to check the wheel hub and brakes prior to doing that though. Five stars for the quality on price point and the outlet shipped it fast and delivery time is reasonable. Remember, assembly IS required. The bike is solid but will need some adjustment once assembled though, so your call on how you do it, yourself or professionally, as it can be quite frustrating. If you were worried about quality, don't, it will get the job done for leisure to intermediate riding endeavors I believe based on my first take. I will update this if I have any major issues.Alphonse I.

Easy to assemble. Rides great. Excellent manual. Quality parts. But… No center stem to raise handle bars so had to get a bike shop to add a stem adjuster and lengthen cables. This ran about $80 with quick install. I love the bike and it fits a 6 foot guy well. Overall a great buy. Quick delivery too!Michael C.

Bought this for my husband for his birthday. He is just getting into biking and this is a great bike to get started with! I also ordered the pro tune bicycle assembly which was a great add-on. Very simple to put together after that. Very happy with my purchase!! Thank you!Michelle D.

The bike looks beautiful and light weighted just as what I expected. But after assembling it and trying it on the road for the first day, I found that the front wheel tire went flat. I had to return it immediately to save the trouble of exchanging the tire. All the bike shops are fully booked for services. I don’t want to wait any more time just to change the tire. I want to get a bike NOW!Estereggmmm

I bought this bike for road treks and I have been happy. There are two sets of hand brakes, so you can comfortably ride low or high and be able to break. It shifts easily and is great going up hill. It is a sturdy bike and lightweight.Bkdavis89

It’s fast it’s amazing, love the change in the gears. It’s like a mountain bike, I use it to go hiking. Rt now I’m using it every morning it’s amazing love it.sana.k

This is a pretty good bike for the most part. It is really for a casual bike rider not so much a long distance rider. It's a bit heavy for long distance but seems to be pretty good quality with the exception of the tires. I think we'll probably replace them with some good quality ones since my husband does ride quite a bit. He generally rides somewhat long distances (more than 10-15 miles) but because he's risen professionally, he can handle the weight at least semi regularly. Thank you Influenster!heather.h

Not only was I impressed, just about every one that has seen it, felt the same! I belong to a circle of old serious riders who have had numerous bikes and have been riding for years! The bicycle fits and rides well. For the price, its hard to beat,and all riders agree with me!.thanks!ralphieboy561

Solid frame and what I would consider a really good beginner bike. However, the disc breaks on my are cannot be adjusted to where they do not rub constantly. I've taken it into a shop to get it tuned and they cannot help either. The spacing on the wheel and the frame are off. I guess I need to spend some more money and convert it. I'm sure this is a 5 star bike with the right brakes or a better inspection from the factory.Joshua C.

I ordered a Vilano TUONO T20 2.0 Aluminum Road Bike 21 speed 54 cm. The picture of the bike on your website was misleading because the bike I received is some other Vilano aluminum road bike 21 speed 54 cm. I actually liked the one you sent me, even though it arrived pretty banged up… Like the rear derailleur and hanger were bent and scratched and the chainguard and other areas on the frame wereSteven W.

Wheels are perectly true(purchased pro build). Very quiet ride and frame and spokes seem to absorb most road road irregularitys well. Slight chain noise easily eliminated by fine tunning of front derailer. Tires look a litle questionable, I don't think I'll get life that I was getting with my Vittoria Zaffiro V tires on my previous bike. Time will tellAmato B.

Price was really good. The bike had a few issues mainly due to someone assembling that didnt know what they were doing. Some minor scratches too but those look like they were from how it was returned. The rear derailleur hanger was bent and needed replaced. Got one for $10 and it was as good as new. Someone tried to put the peddles on backwards and damaged the starting threads a bit. Also had to do a lot of spoke adjustments to true the wheels. Basically good as new after a few hours of work and $10.je_vajef_b0zku3

The bike arrived on time like it said it would. The packaging was good. No damages and all the places that needed be protected are all cover with cardboard and foam pieces. Assembling the bike was a breeze no real headache there, whew! Thank god for that because the assembling instructions that came with the bike wasn’t really much help either way. Everything else about the bike was great I like the way it feels. The quality isn’t the best but it’s also not the worst…it’s definitely you get what you paid for. If you’re planning on doing any long-distanced riding with this bike I’d the first thing you want to do is change the tires. I wish I didn’t have to return the bike but I guess I’m going to. The bike height is taller than I expected. I went off of the sizing chart that the original website recommended to me. I bought a medium and I’m 5’7”. I’m going to try and get the smaller size and hopefully the fitment will be more comfortable.Brandon

I am very pleased with this bicycle. You get a lot for your money. This is a fast and light and well put together bicycle excellent for fitness. I would recommend that anybody over 5' 8" ,looking to get into cycling, to take a good look at this.RonCS

im in search or hunt i should say of a good road bike for beginners,ive set myself some short term goals for this year start with few miles and eventually build strenght to pedal harder but didnt want to spend a fortune so this just might be the rite one,open for all suggestions from the experienced fellas that will guide me in the rite direction havent road a bike since i was a kid im 52 so imagine ,thank you.

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Bought this bike under some recommendations of online cycle reviewers, so far I'm really pleased. The bike came in great shape, only had to put together a few key items (handle bars, front wheel, and seat). I was ready to go in about 1hr. I've taken it on a few 30 minute rides, the seat is definitely firm but more forgiving than other road bikes. I think the shifters on the brakes and the overall feel of the bike are very high end compared to the cost. I like the styling and look forward to riding it to work on a regular basis. If there is one thing to complain about it's that the shimano claris derailleurs have recommended combinations front-to-back, so they suggest not using the lowest front gear with the top two highest rear gears and vice versa. The front derailleur offers a "half shift" if your chain rubs, which really comes in handy when you want to break the shimano rules! Next steps: trying the bike with a baby carrier on it! Note: it came with a lot of warning/warranty/branding stickers. They all came off (some easier than others) with some good fingernail picking. No glue residue left behind – really happy about that.CarlFS

Love the Vilano Gravel bike, just did a quick test after setting it, up, shipping was fast, and everything arrived in good condition. Beautiful bike i love it, can't wait to test it out more in a few weeks time.Andy W.

Hi I m David King and my bike is so great its explosive on the road and on trails I love my bike so much im taking it on a dirt road also bye 🙂Dayday

I was surprised at how good the quality of this bike, specially for the price. The parts and the build is very good. So far no issues with the bike after riding it every day for two weeks. It feels like my old Jamis road bike except the bar is straight and the bike is meant for comfort but also does have the speed if you need to. If you are looking for a daily bike for your daily commute or maybe fitness, this bike is worth checking.MSG21

I have broken multiple personal bests for distance traveled after I began riding this bike. It has taken me to many places with ease and the posture I maintain on this well-designed bike makes every ride relaxing. The gears are very smooth and the wheels give me a great feel for the road. The suspension is top class and the powder-coated frame still looks like new after my rides through all kinds of weather.Camryn Brown

Not only was I impressed, just about every one that has seen it, felt the same! I belong to a circle of old serious riders who have had numerous bikes and have been riding for years! The bicycle fits and rides well. For the price, its hard to beat,and all riders agree with me!.thanks!ralphieboy561

Purchased this bike even after checking lackluster reviews. I rode it in the parking lot to make sure it was ok and immediately noted the rubbing sound as I peddled. Shifted the gears so I could see if it was intermittent but found it to be noticeable at every one. Took it right back inside and the salesman took it to the back and he advised the assembler was there. He came back and explained that the gears needed to be broken in a bit and the rubbing/ scraping would settle down. I made sure it was returnable and then agreed to try. I don’t know why I fell for that. Son came over to my house to check it it out. He noticed it and after we both rode it, found it still rubbing noticeably. Son advised it was improperly assembled or just poor quality. Disc brakes also were not tight. Pretty heavy for a hybrid, but sturdy. I’m surprised the Professional assembler” didn’t ride it and adjust before handing it over to anyone! I expected more from Schwinn and especially from Academy. Took it back! Surprised at the poor quality. It was a very pretty color, though.New Smyrna gal

I bought this bike a few days ago. I plan on biking 3-5 days per week in the spring, summer, and fall. I did some research and decided to purchase a hybrid since I will be using the bike on roads and light trails/paths. I am 5'4" woman and wasn't sure if a men's bike frame would be too much for me to handle, but I tried out many women's bikes and found men's bikes to be more comfortable. The Schwinn GTX2 700c men's hybrid bike was in my price point and was very comfortable. When I got home and went on my first ride, I noticed some issues with the gears. When I was in a lower gear, there was a persistent grinding sound that didn't subside. When I was in higher gears, there was no grinding sound. I brought the bike to my father-in-law, who used to build bicycles, and he said the bike required a few adjustments in the gears and chain. Thankfully, he was able to make the adjustments without any cost to me. My first time riding the bike, I noticed how uncomfortable the seat was. I know there is a period of getting used to riding a bike, but the seat was so uncomfortable that I figured it would deter me from going on rides. I went back to CT and bought the Schwinn Ultra Air Pump Bike Seat. What a difference! The new seat is much wider and much more padded and comfortable. I tried buying a rear bike rack but none would fit the bike. The holes in the bike frame to attach the rack didn't allow enough clearance for the screw between the frame and the gears. And the type of racks that attach just under the seat didn't work either. There wasn't enough room between the frame and the seat to attach this type. So instead, I purchased a removable basket for the front of the bike. I also purchased a water bottle holder, a bell, a lock with word combination, helmet, and trunk rack. While I have only biked twice since I bought the bike 6 days ago, I am very excited about the bike. I have owned a few bikes in my life and find this to be the most comfortable. And it looks great also! The only reason I am not giving this 5 stars is that I had to purchase a new seat since the seat that came with the bike was so uncomfortable. I definitely recommend this bike!TinaMarie

It is a good (was red) bike, I did on it more thet 5.000 km. Changed transmission, brakes and tires, changed handlebar and cables, changed seat and pedals. The issues: heavy in general, front suspension is heavy, pedals can harm you and scratch your skin, cheap wheel parts, cheap brakes, cheap transmission, expensive for him parts. This bike is good only for fitness during two seasosns. After two seasons you should change transmission and fix other issues.Radu

You get what you pay for here. Bike needed a full tune up out of the box. Wheels were horribly untrue. Gear shifters were super tight and hard to push down. Need to find that sweet spot between High and Low gear settings so the chain doesn’t rub against derailleur. Popped a tube second ride out after hitting a tiny pothole. Hoping things get better with time since bike is virtually not returnable after being ridden. If I could do it all over again I would’ve invested a little more money for a better bike.Adam K.

It's my preferred method of transportation to the coffee shop or brewery! I always get compliments and lots of head turning. Rides great and gears shift crisp after taking it in for adjustment (10$ at your local shop)Leo S.

I ordered a bike (Rutherford) in a 52cm frame. I then had contact from one staff member asking if I was sure over sizing (after reviewing a message I sent). This then involved another staff member, and between the two of them, they went out of their way to check exactly what size I would be happy with based on my dimensions and riding style/preference. The contact was immediate and fluid. This has been an absolute first for me. Never have I received such genuinely dedicated and concerned service like this. Absolutely unheard of. So, service wise, absolutely impeccable. Delivery time too was great as was the regular updates. As for the bike, it looks superb, has received LOADS of positive comments. Honestly, one of my best purchasing experiences ever!Paul M.

Very nice bicycle. Just as nice as in the picture. classic design. Beatuful color. Good price. Fast service and quick delivery.Fam. A.

Bike has fallen apart in under 6 months- pedals melted when ridden in high heat, saddle and pannier rack have lost hardware while riding and come apart. Saddle has to be held on with electric tape. Bike was professionally assembled but we don’t have a receipt. State denies that anything is faulty and blames issues on “hard riding” and will not honor warranty. Incredibly disappointed.Jillian Murphy

Customer service a joke! I purchased my speciliazed sirrus as my commuter bike for work. It arrived brilliantly packed in seemingly immaculate condition. Unfortunately the first time I took the bike out it was a bag of nails with only half the gears working. Because I need the bike daily for my commute to work I contacted a few local cycle shops but nobody was able to get it in for a week at least. Speciliazed suggested taking it to their approved dealer…. The approved dealer was 30 miles away from my home so far from an ideal solution. The other solution was I send the bike back fully packed as it had arrived. Now bearing in mind the box is over 6ft in size and that I NEED the bike daily for work that was not possible however I did have a cycling enthusiast friend that had kindly offered to repair it. Once I had told them this they basically completely forgot about the problem they had caused and offered no apology or ownership for their poor bike build. On the bright side now my bike has been rebuilt by someone that knows what they are doing it is fantastic. Just a shame all the stress that was caused by it originally being built by someone unqualified. I would suggest buying elsewhere.Guest G.

I'm not a "pro" cyclist, but since the pandemic I've been biking more and more. I brought my old dolce road bike in for a tuneup and ended up coming home with this bike as well:) I've been wanting a new road bike with larger tires for gravel trails for years and I guess this was the year to do it (my dolce frame could not support a larger tire)! I was just test driving a few bikes when the associate had me try this one out. It is a smooth ride, the disc brakes are new for me and they are great! I was hesitant to try a straight handlebar, but love the comfort of it and the end pieces are a plus so that I can change hand positions. I love this bike so much! unfortunately, it's made me neglect my old bike and I may have to sell it as this bike has every feature I want in one bike. Thank you Erik's! I've never had a bad experience there with the staff-always very welcoming and helpful. David helped me with this purchase and he was excellent! I don't have the scrutiny of a hard core bicyclist to fill out this review, but what I do know is that the bike is a comfortable, smooth ride. shifting is easy. The only thing negative i would say is that when i downshift for hills, the low gears are way to easy for me and that is something I need to get used to/i need to learn how to downshift a bit better for my skill level. The top gear feels good for my skill level. #sweepstakesIrene

Customer service a joke! I purchased my speciliazed sirrus as my commuter bike for work. It arrived brilliantly packed in seemingly immaculate condition. Unfortunately the first time I took the bike out it was a bag of nails with only half the gears working. Because I need the bike daily for my commute to work I contacted a few local cycle shops but nobody was able to get it in for a week at least. Speciliazed suggested taking it to their approved dealer…. The approved dealer was 30 miles away from my home so far from an ideal solution. The other solution was I send the bike back fully packed as it had arrived. Now bearing in mind the box is over 6ft in size and that I NEED the bike daily for work that was not possible however I did have a cycling enthusiast friend that had kindly offered to repair it. Once I had told them this they basically completely forgot about the problem they had caused and offered no apology or ownership for their poor bike build. On the bright side now my bike has been rebuilt by someone that knows what they are doing it is fantastic. Just a shame all the stress that was caused by it originally being built by someone unqualified. I would suggest buying elsewhere.Guest G.

I'm not a "pro" cyclist, but since the pandemic I've been biking more and more. I brought my old dolce road bike in for a tuneup and ended up coming home with this bike as well:) I've been wanting a new road bike with larger tires for gravel trails for years and I guess this was the year to do it (my dolce frame could not support a larger tire)! I was just test driving a few bikes when the associate had me try this one out. It is a smooth ride, the disc brakes are new for me and they are great! I was hesitant to try a straight handlebar, but love the comfort of it and the end pieces are a plus so that I can change hand positions. I love this bike so much! unfortunately, it's made me neglect my old bike and I may have to sell it as this bike has every feature I want in one bike. Thank you Erik's! I've never had a bad experience there with the staff-always very welcoming and helpful. David helped me with this purchase and he was excellent! I don't have the scrutiny of a hard core bicyclist to fill out this review, but what I do know is that the bike is a comfortable, smooth ride. shifting is easy. The only thing negative i would say is that when i downshift for hills, the low gears are way to easy for me and that is something I need to get used to/i need to learn how to downshift a bit better for my skill level. The top gear feels good for my skill level. #sweepstakesIrene

This bicycle is very comfortable to ride, but it's not heavy. It has 21 speeds to choose from. It makes me feel the fun of riding a bicycle. The appearance is so fashionable. I like it and wanna share my experience.rj-depot

I really enjoy it the price is great, and it does the job very well. I ride the bike around he city and to college, and its great. Great product.valdfran_klytc

My daughter is quite happy with this bike. It bought with the purpose of her riding to school but has yet had the opportunity due to current lockdown laws in Victoria. She does however, enjoy riding around block and neighbouring streets.Shannon