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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 2008 KHS Tandemania Alite.

  2. Gearing

    2008 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.

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.

2008 KHS Tandemania Alite48/38/28T · 11–32T · 8-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
2008 KHS Tandemania Alite
Overview
Model Year
2006
2008
Brand
KHS
KHS
Model
Tandemania Alite
Tandemania Alite
Bicycle Type
Tandem (mountain)
Tandem (cruiser)
Original MSRP
$1,249.00
Not documented
Colors
Flat blue
Flat Black
Sizes
17" x 15", 20" x 16"
Captain 20"/stoker 16", captain 17"/stoker 15"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
6061 aluminum
6061 aluminum
Fork
Khs
Khs
Fork Material
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Chromoly, oversize, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Deore XT
Shimano mix
Shifters
Shimano Revo SB-C055A
Shimano Revo STI
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-C202
Shimano FD-C102
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
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC Z51/ Z82, 1/2 x 3/32"
KMC Z51/Z82
Pedals
VP-990A, Alloy
VP Resin w/Alloy Cages
Brakes
Brakes
Power Tools linear pull brakes, Shimano Revo levers
Tektro alloy linear pull brakes, Shimano Revo STI levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless VP-71
1 1/8" threadless Threadless
Handlebar
Alloy
Alloy
Stem
Captain: Alloy Stoker: Alloy, adjustable
Alloy
Saddle
Captain: KHS Padded Stoker: KHS Padded
KHS Padded
Seatpost
Captain: Kalloy Micro Adj.; Stoker: Alloy Suspension
Alloy Micro Adjust
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Alloy, Rear: Shimano HF08 tandem
Front: Alloy QR, Rear: Shimano Tandem QR
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)
Spoke 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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