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2002 Bianchi KingBee · 2003 Bianchi KingBee

Specification2002 Bianchi KingBee2003 Bianchi KingBee
Overview
Model year20022003
BrandBianchiBianchi
ModelKingBeeKingBee
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspensionMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID3756739245
Original MSRP$849.99$1,099.99
ColorsRoyal GreenMatte Black
Sizes16", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5"15.5", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5"
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialEaston Ultralite7005 aluminum, double-butted
ForkMarzocchi MXC, 4.0" travelMarzocchi MX Comp, 100mm travel
Fork materialAluminum, triple-clamp crownAluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain MixMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore RapidfireShimano Deore Rapidfire
Front derailleurShimano Deore, top-pull/clamp-onShimano Deore
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LXShimano Deore LX
CranksetTruVativ Firex, 22/32/44 teethTruVativ Five D, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketCartridge, 113mm spindleCartridge, 113mm spindle
BB shell width—68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsKoski Revolver cliplessWTB MP250
Brakes
BrakesAvid Single Digit 5 brakes, Avid Speed Dial 5 leversHayes Hydraulic Disc brakes, Hayes hydraulic disc levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless Aheadset SE1 1/8" threadless VP
HandlebarAluminum, riseTitec Hell Bent XC
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemKoski Strong Hold XCTitec Big AL
SaddleWTB Speed V CompWTB Rocket Sport
SeatpostBianchi alloy, 26.8mm diameterBianchi alloy, 26.8mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsBianchi aluminumWTB SpeedDisc
RimsWTB SpeedMaster, 32-holeWTB SpeedDisc
SpokesStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge—
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples—
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB MotoRaptor26 x 2.24" WTB MotoRaptor
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2002 Bianchi KingBee2003 Bianchi KingBee
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°71°
Seat-tube angle73°73°
Chainstay / rear center420 mm420 mm
Wheelbase1070 mm1070 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 15, 2026.