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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Identity & price

    These bicycles are categorized differently: 2006 KHS Urban Xpress is Hybrid; 2008 KHS Urban Xpress is City & Commuter.

  2. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2006 KHS Urban Xpress and 2008 KHS Urban Xpress.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2006 KHS Urban Xpress52/42/30T · 12–28T · 7-speed
Lowest1.07:1Highest4.33:1Total range404%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear7.8 mphHighest gear31.6 mph

Uses front tire 700C×35; rear size isn’t listed.

2008 KHS Urban Xpress52/42/30T · 12–28T · 7-speed
Lowest1.07:1Highest4.33:1Total range404%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear7.8 mphHighest gear31.6 mph

Uses front tire 700C×35; rear size isn’t listed.

How it works

Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.

Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.

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Specification
2006 KHS Urban Xpress
2008 KHS Urban Xpress
Overview
Model Year
2006
2008
Brand
KHS
KHS
Model
Urban Xpress
Urban Xpress
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
City/commuter
Original MSRP
$369.00
Not documented
Colors
Black
Flat Dark Gray, Flat Dark Green
Sizes
S, M, L, XL
S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Reynolds 520 DB CrMo tubing w/curved seatstays
Reynolds 520 Butted Chromoly
Fork
Khs
Khs
Fork Material
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano mix
Commuter Mix
Shifters
Micro shifter TS-50
Micro Shift Triggers
Front Derailleur
Micro Shift R438
MicroShift R438
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-2200
Shimano Acera
Crankset
Alloy w/o CG, 52/42/30 teeth
TruVativ Isoflow Road, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom Bracket
VP-BC73
TruVativ Power Spline
BB Shell Width
68mm English
—
Rear Cogs
7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
Chain
KMC Z51, 1/2 x 3/32"
KMC Z51
Pedals
VP-816 w/non-slip tread, boron axle
PVC w/Non-slip tread
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro alloy linear pull brakes, Tektro RS-388A levers
Tektro alloy linear pull brakes, Tektro alloy levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless Threaded
1 1/8" threaded
Handlebar
Alloy 20mm rise
Alloy
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
HS-C398-5, 35 degree, alloy
Alloy
Saddle
Velo VL-3061 D2 construction
KHS Ultra Comfort
Seatpost
Alloy micro-adjust SP-232
Alloy Micro Adjust
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Formula alloy, Rear: Shimano RM30
Front: Formula alloy, Rear: Shimano cassette
Rims
Weinmann SP-17 doublewall, 36-hole
Weinmann SP-17, 36-hole
Spokes
Black, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Black, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
—
Front Tire
700 x 35c Kenda K-193 Kwest, anti-puncture
700 x 35c Kenda Kwest
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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