by Nehal Shah August 18, 2025 1 min read
Bike Ark is a “Make In India” bicycle company started by a bunch of IITians from Madras.
Their passion for cycling and emotion to build swagger looking bikes for those riders who want to stand out by not being outstanding .
Yolo is one such bike that looks like a Roadie but is a hybrid bike for tarmac roads. The name itself has a swag to it .
Product Rating Out of 5
✔ Lightweight yet sturdy 6061 aluminum alloy frame
✔ Smooth 21-speed Shimano drivetrain
✔ Confident mechanical disc brakes with all-weather performance
✖ Handlebar grips are quite hard, which may cause discomfort on longer rides.
✖ Saddle comfort is questionable, especially for extended use.
Frame
This hybrid bicycle comes with an alloy 6061 frame
Fork
This is a rigid forked hybrid bicycle
Gearing
This bicycles is a 3*7 Speed bicycle
Brakes
This bicycle comes with a powerful mechanical disc brakes
Tire
This bicycle comes with a 700c tyres along with a triple walled alloy rm
6061 Alloy frame with internal cable routes in the tubes for a sleek finish and clean looks.
The Down tube and seat tube are designed to cut across the winds while dashing across the city .
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"The Yolo’s aluminum frame ensures nimble handling and low weight,Clean design language makes it visually sharp and urban-chic"
FD and RD are Shimano Tourney
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"The 21-speed Shimano Tourney system delivers versatile city-to-fitness performance , Users report satisfying shift precision and responsiveness."
Straight Handle bar for an upright and comfortable sitting posture.
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"Upright geometry and tires enhance ride comfort over varied surfaces,Sealed hubs add to a plush, low-maintenance ride feel."
Braking is handled by Tongli mechanical disc brakes, chosen for their consistent stopping power and all-weather reliability. Steering benefits from the rigid steel fork for direct, precise control, while still offering enough compliance for daily urban scenarios
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" Mechanical discs deliver dependable, strong braking performance,The rigid fork ensures agile steering without compromising stability"
Alloy Saddle post designed very differently in “D” Shape , to stand out from regular hybrids of the same range.
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"Fast-rolling tires and robust rims support smooth commutes. Comfortable ride dynamics enhance daily usability."
This bike is for all who are passionate about “Make in India” products.
Frame
Aluminum/Alloy
Fork
Rigid
Front Derailleur
Shimano EF500 3x7 Speed
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TZ 500
Shifters
N/A
Brakes
Tongli Mechanical Dual Disc Brakes
Brake Levers
N/A
Tires
700c Tires
Rims
Deep Dish Triple Wall Alloy Rims
Handlebar
Steel 640mm Straight
Stem
N/A
Seatpost
N/A
Saddle
Ergonomic Racing Saddle
Pedals
N/A
Hubs
N/A
Cassette
N/A
Chain
N/A
Crankset
Steel 3-Speed Or Prowheel Alloy
Bottom Bracket
Kenli-Neco Catridge BB
No of Gears
21-Speed
Riding Purpose
Leisure/Fitness