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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Bianchi Brava and 2010 Bianchi Brava.
- Identity & price
2010 Bianchi Brava had an original MSRP $100 lower than 2009 Bianchi Brava.
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.
Lowest1.20:1Highest4.17:1Total range347%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×23; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest1.20:1Highest4.33:1Total range361%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×23; 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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2009 Bianchi Brava
2010 Bianchi Brava
Overview
Model Year
2009
2010
Brand
Bianchi
Bianchi
Model
Brava
Brava
Bicycle Type
Road race & triathlon
Road/sport
Original MSRP
$1,050.00
$950.00
Colors
Deep Green
LE Bloody Red
Sizes
44cm, 49cm, 52cm, 55cm, 58cm, 61cm
44cm, 49cm, 52cm, 55cm, 58cm, 61cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Chromoly
Full CrMo
Fork
Bianchi
Bianchi
Fork Material
Carbon fiber/aluminum steerer
Carbon/Alloy, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Sora
Road Mix
Shifters
Shimano Sora STI
Shimano 2300
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora
Shimano 2300
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora
Shimano RD-2300
Crankset
Prowheel Ounce-632 Triple, 30/39/50 teeth
Shimano FC-2303, 52/42/30 teeth
Cassette
Shimano HG50
Shimano CS-HG50
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
8-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
Chain
KMC X9
KMC HG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
VP-R70 clipless
—
Brakes
Brakes
Bianchi RC alloy brakes, Shimano Sora STI levers
Bianchi RC-466E Dual Pivot Alloy brakes, Shimano 2300 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" VP-A51AE
1 1/8" threadless VP-A51AE
Handlebar
FSA Omega
JD-RA37A-00L1
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Bianchi RC forged alloy
JD-ST58A
Saddle
Selle San Marco Ponza
San Marco Ponza
Seatpost
Bianchi RC alloy
Bianchi SP-222 alloy, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Joytech JY-A141SB, Rear: Joytech JY-F192SB
Front: Joytech JY-A141SB, Rear: Joytech JY-F192SB
Rims
Jalco DRX4000
Jalco DRX-4000, 28-hole
Spokes
—
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke Nipples
—
Brass nipples
Front Tire
700 x 23c Vittoria Zaffiro
700 x 23c Vittoria Zaffiro
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.