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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Bianchi Milano Citta and 2008 Bianchi Milano Citta.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest1.38:1Highest4.00:1Total range291%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×1.5; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest1.38:1Highest4.00:1Total range291%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×1.5; 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
2009 Bianchi Milano Citta
2008 Bianchi Milano Citta
Overview
Model Year
2009
2008
Brand
Bianchi
Bianchi
Model
Milano Citta
Milano Citta
Bicycle Type
City/commuter
City/commuter
Original MSRP
$649.00
$599.99
Colors
Celeste, Black
Celeste, Metal Black
Sizes
16.5", 18.5", 20", 22"
16.5", 18.5", 20", 22"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Aluminum
Bianchi Aluminum
Fork
Bianchi
Bianchi
Fork Material
Alloy/chromoly steerer, unicrown crown
Alloy/chromoly steerer, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Hybrid Mix
Commuter Mix
Shifters
Shimano RS-43 Revo Twist
Shimano RS-43-8R Revo Shift
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Alivio
Crankset
ProWheel PI-244A, 44 teeth
ProWheel PI-244A, 44 teeth
Cassette
Shimano HG40
SRAM PG-830
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC Z72
KMC Z72
Pedals
Wellgo LU-206
Wellgo LU-206
Brakes
Brakes
Bianchi RC alloy brakes, Bianchi alloy levers
Lee-Chi TX-117L alloy brakes, Lee Chi XL96 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" VP MH-501
1 1/8" VP MH-501
Handlebar
Bianchi Alloy
HL ARC-AL-540 alloy
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Kalloy alloy
Kalloy 6025 Alloy
Saddle
Viscount 2503 Steel rail
Viscount 2503 Steel rail
Seatpost
Kalloy aluminum, 27.2mm diameter
Kalloy SP-359, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Joytech JY-761DSE alloy, Rear: Joytech FH-818QR DSE
Front: Joytech JY-761DSE alloy, Rear: Joytech FH-818QR DSE
Rims
HJC DA-17, 36-hole
Alex ACE-19, 36-hole
Front Tire
26 x 1.50" Kenda K-193
26 x 1.50" Kenda K-193
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.