Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1997 Electra Deluxe 1 · 1996 Electra Deluxe 1
| Specification | 1997 Electra Deluxe 1 | 1996 Electra Deluxe 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1997 | 1996 |
| Brand | Electra | Electra |
| Model | Deluxe 1 | Deluxe 1 |
| Bicycle type | Cruiser | Cruiser |
| Archive ID | 66410 | 55550 |
| Original MSRP | $259.95 | $259.00 |
| Colors | Candy red, midnight blue | Dark blue, red |
| Sizes | 18.5", 20.5", womens 18.5" | 18.5", 20.5" |
| Weight | — | 26 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded steel |
| Frame material | Hi-tensile steel | Hi-tensile steel |
| Fork | Electra | CS-300 |
| Fork material | Hi-tensile steel, box crown | Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | N/A | N/A |
| Shifters | N/A | N/A |
| Front derailleur | N/A | N/A |
| Rear derailleur | N/A | N/A |
| Crankset | 1-piece 6 1/2", 46 teeth | 1-piece 6 1/2", 46 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | One piece | Tien Hsin TH-504 |
| BB shell width | American | 68mm Threadless |
| Rear cogs | 1-speed, 18 teeth | 1-speed, 18 teeth |
| Chain | 1/2 x 1/8" | KMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8" |
| Pedals | Victor VP Comp rubber block | Victor VP-Comp |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano coaster brake | Coaster brake/GC-1080 alloy brakes, GC-374 AD levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1" steel | 1" Tien Hsin TH-3050 |
| Handlebar | Cruiser Bend | H-301 Beach Cruiser |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A | N/A |
| Stem | Rito ML-80 aluminum | Rito ML-80 alloy |
| Saddle | Electra 2-Tone | Electra Classic Two-Tone |
| Seatpost | Pillar, steel, 26.8 mm diameter | Meng Jing, 25.4 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Front: steel, nutted, Rear: Shimano coaster brake | — |
| Rims | Electra TA-8 aluminum, 36-hole | Electra heavy-duty alloy, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.125" Electra Strat-O-Balloon whitewall | 26 x 2.125" Electra Strat-O-Balloons, whitewall |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1997 Electra Deluxe 1 | 1996 Electra Deluxe 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | — | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | — | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | — | 72° |
| Chainstay / rear center | — | 458 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 1093 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | — | 40.8 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 11, 2026.