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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 2007 Bianchi Brava.
- Identity & price
2007 Bianchi Brava had an original MSRP $250 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.
Lowest1.15:1Highest4.33:1Total range376%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×23.
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
2007 Bianchi Brava
Overview
Model Year
2009
2007
Brand
Bianchi
Bianchi
Model
Brava
Brava
Bicycle Type
Road race & triathlon
Road/sport
Original MSRP
$1,050.00
$799.99
Colors
Deep Green
Blue, 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
Bianchi DB CrMo
Fork
Bianchi
Bianchi
Fork Material
Carbon fiber/aluminum steerer
Carbon fiber/aluminum steerer, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Sora
Shimano Sora
Shifters
Shimano Sora STI
Shimano Sora STI
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora
Shimano Sora, 28.6mm
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora
Shimano Sora
Crankset
Prowheel Ounce-632 Triple, 30/39/50 teeth
Sugino RD 3000T, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom Bracket
—
Tange cartridge
Cassette
Shimano HG50
—
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
8-speed, 12 - 26 teeth
Chain
KMC X9
Kmc
Pedals
VP-R70 clipless
Wellgo clipless, 2-sided
Brakes
Brakes
Bianchi RC alloy brakes, Shimano Sora STI levers
Shimano Sora brakes, Shimano Sora STI levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" VP-A51AE
1 1/8" threadless VP
Handlebar
FSA Omega
Bianchi Alloy
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Bianchi RC forged alloy
Bianchi Componenti adjustable
Saddle
Selle San Marco Ponza
Bianchi Velo
Seatpost
Bianchi RC alloy
Bianchi Componenti, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Joytech JY-A141SB, Rear: Joytech JY-F192SB
Shimano Sora
Rims
Jalco DRX4000
Front: Alex DA-22, Rear: Alex DA2-2, 32-hole
Front Tire
700 x 23c Vittoria Zaffiro
700 x 23C Vittoria Zaffiro
Rear Tire
—
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.