Originally Posted by
prj71
Yup. But static weight is different than dynamic weight.
Easily offset with carbon bars, carbon seatpost and a lighter seat. Or even a lighter wheelset.
And if you think that 1.5 lb difference will make a difference in speed...it's the motor...not the bike.
The FX 3 disc costs $120 more and the offsets you suggest are not free. Also the non disk FX 3 can be lightened the same way also so it's still 1.5 lbs. That's 1.5 lbs you have to pull up a hill regardless of your motor. It's also another 1.5 lbs you have to lift onto a car rack or carry up stairs to an apartment. If you don't need the benefit why bother, especially if it's mechanical disc brakes that may not function better and was only added to check off a marketing bullet list item. That's whats nice about the FX3, you can choose, and as the orginal poster noted, that choice is starting to disappear.