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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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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 Trek T 900 and 2005 Trek T 900.

  2. Identity & price

    2005 Trek T 900 had an original MSRP $110 lower than 2006 Trek T 900.

    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 Trek T 90048/38/28T · 11–32T · 8-speed
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.1 mphHighest gear30.3 mph

Uses front tire 26×1.95; rear size isn’t listed.

2005 Trek T 90048/38/28T · 11–32T · 8-speed
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.1 mphHighest gear30.3 mph

Uses front tire 26×1.95; 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 Trek T 900
2005 Trek T 900
Overview
Model Year
2006
2005
Brand
Trek
Trek
Model
T 900
T 900
Bicycle Type
Tandem (mountain)
Tandem (mountain)
Original MSRP
$989.99
$879.99
Colors
Metallic Dark Silver
Silver
Sizes
48.5/14.5"
Captain 18"/stoker 14.5"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Alpha aluminum
Alpha Aluminum
Fork
Trek
Trek
Fork Material
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Tandem Mix
Tandem Mix
Shifters
Shimano T301
SRAM MRX Plus
Front Derailleur
Shimano T-301
Shimano FD-C102
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Crankset
Truvativ Tandem, 28/38/48 teeth
TruVativ Tandem, 28/38/48 teeth
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
—
1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Dual density platform
Dual density platform
Brakes
Brakes
Avid SD-3 brakes, Tektro aluminum levers
Promax forged brakes, aluminum levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Aheadset Slimstak
—
Handlebar
Aluminum
—
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Aluminum
Aluminum
Saddle
Bontrager Suburbia
Bontrager webspring
Seatpost
Lauminum/aluminum suspension
Bontrager/aluminum suspension
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Aluminum
Alumium QR
Rims
Alex aluminum
Alex aluminum
Spokes
Stainless steel
Stainless steel
Front Tire
26 x 1.95" Bontrager Comfort Hardcase
26 x 1.95" Bontrager Comfort Hardcase
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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