What is a ti frame?

Lighter than steel and stronger than aluminium, titanium has long been considered one of the best – and most luxurious – frame materials. While carbon fibre is clearly the material of choice for top racing frames, titanium is no slouch either when put to good use.

Are titanium bikes worth the money?

Titanium has high tensile strength, which gives it the high fatigue strength that provides long-term durability. Titanium can also take an impact without damaging the inherent structure of the tubes. So if you’re looking for a bike that is sure to last a lifetime, put a titanium bike at the top of your list.

Is titanium bike better than steel?

Steel offers better value than titanium, and durability and longevity are key. That said, steel frames, unless made of stainless steel, need to be painted to stop external corrosion and can be coated inside the tubes too in order to stop rust.

Do titanium bikes last forever?

Long-time titanium frame owners will get a bit misty-eyed about their rigs. Mostly because titanium’s longevity means you’ll still be riding it in 20 years. Riding titanium frames is a real pleasure.

How long will a titanium bike frame last?

Depending on the frame material, how well it is maintained, and how hard it is used, bike frames last anywhere from 6 to 40 years. Carbon and titanium bike frames will last the longest with proper care, with some even outlasting their riders.

Why titanium bike is so expensive?

The reason for the cost of Titanium being higher than comparable carbon or steel frames is that it is a uniquely expensive material to work with. The specialist equipment required to work the material and the skilled workforce required to craft the frames don’t come cheap.

Do titanium bike frames crack?

If the titanium absorbs either gas it becomes brittle and will crack over time. This crack is right near the BB at the seat of two major welds. The tube would have been very hot there and if it was not properly shielded by argon during welding and cooling, it could have absorbed air during that period.