by Simon Ananda Raj July 23, 2025 1 min read
The brand SUNPEED draws inspiration from the word SUN which is the source of all lights, and SPEED which means fast. We got the opportunity to test ride the Sunpeed Mars- Shimano Sora Road Bicycle and here is what we thought.Weight: 9.7kgsUsage: Fitness/Long Distance
The Sunpeed Mars is a lightweight and fast Road Bicycle with Shimano Sora gears and Tektro Caliper brakes.
Product Rating Out of 5
✔ Lightweight Alloy frame
✔ Shimano Sora 2x9-Speed Drivetrain
✔ Powerful Tektro Caliper brakes
✖ Tire Performance on wet roads
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Sunpeed Mars Aluminium
A comfortable riding position with the right amount of aggression for acceleration.
Sunpeed Mars Carbon
This lightweight fork absorbs shock felt from riding on cobblestones, and/or bumpy, rough terrain efficiently.
Shimano Sora 2x9-Speed
Smooth shifting and impressive Shimano Sora 2x9-Speed drivetrain.
Tektro R313 Dual Pivot Caliper Brakes
Controlled and balanced Braking with the Tekto Road Caliper brakes.
CST 700x25C
Cornering felt stable, allowing for crisp sharp turns.
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The Sunpeed Mars - Shimano Sora has been made using Aluminium Alloy, which is perfect to achieve an excellent speed-to-comfort ratio. The design of the tubes ensures supreme performance on all kinds of terrain – tested on cobblestones and flat tarmacs. The performance across all road surfaces was impeccable. This welding technology used on the frame of this Bicycle adds to its lightweight.This Bicycle comes equipped with a full Carbon fork. This lightweight fork absorbs shock felt from riding on cobblestones, and/or bumpy, rough terrain efficiently.
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A comfortable riding position with the right amount of aggression for acceleration
This Sunpeed Mars comes equipped with Shimano Sora front and rear Derailleur. This 18-Speed Bicycle is fast when on the road, tackling climbs and flat roads with ease. The shifting was lag-free with these Sora derailleurs. The 18-Speed shifting is controlled by Shimano Sora single-lever paddle Shifters which require minimal effort to shift.
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Smooth shifting and impressive Shimano Sora 2x9-Speed drivetrain
The Sunpeed Mars is a well-designed Bicycle. The Bicycle we test rode came in a primary colour black with minimal Silver and multi colour text decals. The branding on the frame of this Bicycle is significant while not being overpowering. The thin tubes made the bicycle look sleek and lightweight and the smooth welding on the frame joints adds to the overall aesthetics of this Bicycle.
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The Sunpeed Mars - Shimano Sora comes in 4 colour variants; Black,Blue, Grey and Red
The Sunpeed Mars - Shimano Sora comes equipped with Tektro Road specific Caliper brakes. When tested, both interval and abrupt braking, the power of these Caliper brakes were sufficient while remaining stable and in control. The braking was as effective on both dry and wet terrain on the test ride.This Bicycle comes equipped with a stock Alloy handlebar. The compact shape of the handlebar enables the rider to place their hands on the drops without being in an overly aggressive, strained riding position.
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Controlled and balanced Tekto Road Caliper brakes
The Sunpeed Mars - Shimano Sora comes equipped with fast rolling and sleek CST 7x25C tires which are attached to stock Alloy Double walled rims. The tires offered a smooth and fast ride. Cornering felt stable, allowing for crisp sharp turns.This Bicycle comes equipped with an ergonomic road specific stock saddle. The saddle offered a level of support and cushioning that is well suited to a rider on faster short-distance as well as long endurance rides.
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Sleek and fast rolling CST 7x25C slick road tires
This Road Bicycle has a Endurance focused frame geometry which is an all-rounder in terms of performance. This lightweight Bicycle along with an 18-Speed Shimano Sora drivetrain and the Tektro Caliper Road brakes which makes it both fast and safe to ride. The Alloy rims and the sleek tires contribute to better grip and speed on tarmacs. The Sunpeed Mars is priced at Rs.73,99(as on 22nd February 223).Prices and Specifications/Components are subject to change by the brand, without due notice.
Frame
Aluminum/Alloy
Fork
Rigid
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora R3000 2-Speed
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora R3000 9-Speed
Shifters
Shimano Sora R3000 2x9-Speed
Brakes
Tektro R313 Dual Pivot Caliper Brakes
Brake Levers
N/A
Tires
CST 700x25C
Rims
Aluminium
Handlebar
SVMONOSM-217 Aluminium 420mm
Stem
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Seatpost
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Saddle
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Pedals
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Hubs
Solon DH506
Cassette
Sugek HG-5009 11/32T
Chain
SUMC S51 S9
Crankset
ProWheel Ounce-421 50/34T
Bottom Bracket
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No of Gears
18-Speed
Riding Purpose
Leisure/Fitness