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At a glance

Key differences

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

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2006 KHS Tandemania Alite and 2005 KHS Tandemania Alite.

  2. Gearing

    2005 KHS Tandemania Alite has a 28% lower climbing ratio than 2006 KHS Tandemania Alite.

    A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.

  3. Identity & price

    2005 KHS Tandemania Alite had an original MSRP $150 lower than 2006 KHS Tandemania Alite.

    Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.

Gearing comparison

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

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2006 KHS Tandemania Alite39T · 11–32T · 8-speed
Lowest1.22:1Highest3.55:1Total range291%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear8.3 mphHighest gear24.2 mph

Uses front tire 26×1.75; rear size isn’t listed.

2005 KHS Tandemania Alite48/38/28T · 11–32T · 9-speed
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.0 mphHighest gear29.8 mph

Uses front tire 26×1.75; 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 Tandemania Alite
2005 KHS Tandemania Alite
Overview
Model Year
2006
2005
Brand
KHS
KHS
Model
Tandemania Alite
Tandemania Alite
Bicycle Type
Tandem (mountain)
Tandem (road)
Original MSRP
$1,249.00
$1,099.00
Colors
Flat blue
Blue/Light Titanium
Sizes
17" x 15", 20" x 16"
Captain 20"/stoker 16", captain 17"/stoker 15"
Weight
—
38.5 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
6061 aluminum
7005 aluminum
Fork
Khs
Khs
Fork Material
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Deore XT
Tandem Mix
Shifters
Shimano Revo SB-C055A
Shimano SB-C055A
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-C202
Shimano FD-C202
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT RD-M760
Shimano Deore XT
Crankset
Truvativ FiveD, 48/38/28+39T teeth
TruVativ Five-D, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
TH cartridge
TruVativ cartridge
BB Shell Width
68mm English
—
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC Z51/ Z82, 1/2 x 3/32"
KMC Z9000, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
VP-990A, Alloy
VP aluminum
Brakes
Brakes
Power Tools linear pull brakes, Shimano Revo levers
Shimano Deore LX brakes, Power Tools levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless VP-71
1 1/8" threadless Tioga DX2
Handlebar
Alloy
Aluminum
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Captain: Alloy Stoker: Alloy, adjustable
Aluminum
Saddle
Captain: KHS Padded Stoker: KHS Padded
Khs
Seatpost
Captain: Kalloy Micro Adj.; Stoker: Alloy Suspension
Aluminum front/suspension rear
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Alloy, Rear: Shimano HF08 tandem
Front: aluminum, Rear: Shimano Deore XT 145mm
Rims
Weinmann ZAC-19 doublewall, 40-hole
Weinmann Zac 19, 40-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
Brass nipples
Front Tire
26 x 1.75" KHS
26 x 1.75" KHS
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels

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

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