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City & Commuter · Non-electric
2011 Electra Townie Original 3i
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- Original MSRP
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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2009 Electra Townie Original 3i is Cruiser; 2011 Electra Townie Original 3i is City & Commuter.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Electra Townie Original 3i and 2011 Electra Townie Original 3i.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
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 Electra Townie Original 3i
2011 Electra Townie Original 3i
Overview
Model Year
2009
2011
Brand
Electra
Electra
Model
Townie Original 3i
Townie Original 3i
Bicycle Type
Cruiser
City/commuter
Colors
Matte Gray, Matte Red
Blood orange, Matte Red, Slate Green, White, Grey
Sizes
One size fits all
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Weight
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Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
Alloy
Frame Material
6061-T6 aluminum
6061 Alloy
Fork Material
Steel, unicrown crown
Unicrown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Cruiser Mix
Commuter Mix
Shifters
Shimano Revo twist
Shimano Revo twist
Front Derailleur
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Shimano Nexus
Rear Derailleur
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Shimano Nexus
Crankset
Forged Alloy, 44 teeth
Forged Alloy
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge, 113mm spindle
Sealed cartridge
BB Shell Width
68mm
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Cassette
Shimano
Shimano
Rear Cogs
3-speed internal, 20 teeth
20 teeth
Chain
KMC, 1/2 x 1/8"
KMC 410
Pedals
Resin platform w/non-slip inserts
Resin
Brakes
Brakes
Forged Alloy Linear Pull front/Shimano coaster brake rear brakes, Alloy 4 Finger reach adjust levers
Alloy Linear Pull front/Coaster rear brakes, Alloy levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Threaded
1 1/8" steel
Handlebar
Alloy custom bend riser
Alloy custom bend riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Forged Alloy
Alloy
Saddle
Ergonomic w/Soft Lycra
Retro Leatherette w/springs
Seatpost
Alloy, 27.2mm diameter
Alloy Pillar
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Alloy low flange, Rear: Shimano Nexus 3 speed Internal Gear with Coaster Brake
Front: Alloy, Rear: Shimano Nexus
Rims
Alloy Double Wall, 32-hole/36-hole
Electra Doublewall alloy, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke Nipples
Brass
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Front Tire
26 x 2.00" Electra Semi-Slick
26 x 2.0'' Semi-slick
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.