Steamroller is a dedicated single speed commuter bike that can handle potholes, grass shortcuts, urban trails, and back alleys like a champ.
The Original Single Speed Commuter Bike
Steamroller is the bicycle in its simplest form. While it often gets compared to single speed track bikes, it’s much more than that. Built to excel on crumbling city streets, its beefy tire clearance makes it a great choice for minimalist commuters as well as dedicated winter commuters who know the havoc road salt wreaks on drivetrains.
As one of the first models we ever produced, Steamroller is truly like a member of the family. And we’re talking one we actually like, not your weird Uncle Norman who insists on showing you his magic tricks while always finding a way to ruin Thanksgiving.
- Investment cast Surly track dropouts spaced at 120mm
- Fender eyelets on the rear and one set of water bottle mounts on the seat tube
- Clearance for 700c x 38mm tires
Bike Capabilities
- 4/5 with CommutingCommuting: 4 out of 5
- 1/5 with ShiftingShifting: 1 out of 5
- 5/5 with PavementPavement: 5 out of 5
- 4/5 with Alley ExplorationAlley Exploration: 4 out of 5
NOTE: You can ride your bike wherever the hell you want, but this is what we think this bike is best at.
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Where to Buy
Specifications
units:
| SIZE | 49cm | 53cm | 56cm | 59cm | 62cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 15.3388.1 | 15.5394.0 | 15.8402.3 | 16.1408.2 | 16.6420.6 |
| Stack | 19.9504.9 | 20.9531.3 | 22.0558.8 | 23.1586.4 | 24.3618.1 |
| Head Tube Angle | 72.5° | 73.0° | 73.5° | 74.0° | 74.0° |
| Head Tube Length | 3.383.0 | 4.3109.0 | 5.4136.0 | 6.4163.0 | 7.7196.0 |
| Seat Tube Length | 19.3490.0 | 20.9530.0 | 22.0560.0 | 23.2590.0 | 24.4620.0 |
| BB Drop | 2.870.0 | 2.870.0 | 2.870.0 | 2.870.0 | 2.870.0 |
| Wheelbase | 37.7956.8 | 38.1966.5 | 38.5978.6 | 38.8987.5 | 39.71009.1 |
| Chainstay Length | 15.7398.0 | 15.7398.0 | 15.7398.0 | 15.7398.0 | 15.7398.0 |
| Top Tube Length, Actual | 20.7526.5 | 21.5547.0 | 22.4568.0 | 23.1587.0 | 23.9608.0 |
| Top Tube Length, Effective | 20.8529.5 | 21.5547.0 | 22.4568.0 | 23.1587.0 | 23.9608.0 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5° | 74.0° | 73.5° | 73.0° | 73.0° |
| Standover Height | 29.5748.5 | 30.7780.5 | 31.8807.9 | 32.9835.2 | 34.1865.3 |
| Stem Length | N/AN/A | N/AN/A | N/AN/A | N/AN/A | N/AN/A |
| Stem Angle | N/A° | N/A° | N/A° | N/A° | N/A° |
| Handlebar Width | N/AN/A | N/AN/A | N/AN/A | N/AN/A | N/AN/A |
| Crank Length | N/AN/A | N/AN/A | N/AN/A | N/AN/A | N/AN/A |
| Fork Length | 14.8375.0 | 14.8375.0 | 14.8375.0 | 14.8375.0 | 14.8375.0 |
| Fork Rake | 1.538.0 | 1.538.0 | 1.538.0 | 1.538.0 | 1..538.0 |
- Frame Construction
4130 Chromoly, Natch tubing, double-butted main triangle, TIG welded, ED coated
- Fork Construction
4130 Chromoly, Natch tubing, double-butted tapered fork blades, brazed lugs, ED coated
- Rear Dropout Configuration
Horizontal
- Rear Hub Spacing
10 x 120mm
- Front Hub Spacing
9 x 100mm
- Rear Brake
Rim - Caliper (mid reach)
- Front Brake
Rim - Caliper (mid reach)
- Head Tube
Ø34mm
- Steerer Tube
Ø28.6mm (1-1/8")
- Crown Race
Ø30mm (1-1/8")
- Stock Headset Upper (S.H.I.S.)
EC34/28.6
- Stock Headset Lower (S.H.I.S.)
EC34/30
- Seat Collar
Ø30mm
- Seatpost
Ø27.2mm
- Front Derailleur (Clamp)
N/A
- Max Chainring (CL)[3]
1x (Track): 50T
- Bottom Bracket
68mm threaded (1.37" x 24TPI)
- Tire Clearance Frame [1]/[2]
700c x 32mm (w/ fenders)
700c x 38mm (w/o fenders)
- Tire Clearance Fork [1]
700c x 32mm (w/ fenders)
700c x 38mm (w/o fenders)
- Rigid Fork Spec
375 x 38mm
- Max Suspension Fork Length [4]
N/A
- Bottle Mounts Frame
1 Standard
- Bottle Mounts Fork
N/A
- Rack Mounts Frame
N/A
- Rack Mounts Fork
N/A
- Fender Mounts Frame
Yes
- Fender Mounts Fork
N/A
[1] Different tire and rim combinations will result in different clearances.
[2] Depending on drivetrain configuration, tire clearance may be limited by the chain and not frame.
[3] Listed chainring clearance is worst case scenario. Clearances vary widely depending on components and configurations.
[4] Suspension fork length listed at full extension (not at sag)
FAQ & Reviews
Support
Downloads
- Steamroller Frame Sheet
[pdf] - 418KB - Surly Bike Sizing Chart
[pdf] - 308KB - Bicycle Owner's Manual (English)
[pdf] - 1.2MB
Info Hole
- Single Speed Drivetrains
- Single Speed Gearing 101
- Some Things About Our Steel
Frame Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY
This Surly product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for three years from the date of retail purchase of the product, subject to the limitations detailed below. Save your dated receipt for proof of purchase.
This warranty does NOT cover the following:
- Damage due to improper assembly or follow-up maintenance or lack of skill, competence or experience of the user or assembler
- Products that have been modified, neglected, used in competition or for commercial purposes, misused or abused, involved in accidents or anything other than normal use
- Installation of components, parts or accessories not originally intended for or compatible with bicycle as sold
- Damage or deterioration to the paint, surface finish, aesthetics or appearance of the product
- Normal wear and tear
- Labor required to remove and/or refit and re-adjust the product within the bicycle assembly
This limited warranty is expressly limited to the repair or replacement of a defective product, at the option of Surly, and is the sole remedy of the warranty. This limited warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the Surly product and is not transferrable. This warranty applies only to products purchased through an authorized dealer or distributor. In no event shall Surly be liable for any loss, inconvenience or damage, whether direct, incidental, consequential, or otherwise resulting from breach of any express or implied warranty or condition, of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or otherwise with respect to our products except as set forth herein.
This limited warranty gives the consumer specific legal rights, and those rights and other rights may vary from place to place. This limited warranty does not affect your statutory rights.
TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, THESE WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS INCLUDING WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
