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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 1997 Electra Hawaii and 2009 Electra Hawaii.

  2. Gearing

    2009 Electra Hawaii has a 22% lower climbing ratio than 1997 Electra Hawaii.

    A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

1997 Electra Hawaii46T · 18T · 1-speed
Ratio2.56:1
Estimated speed at 90 RPMGear18.0 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.125; rear size isn’t listed.

2009 Electra Hawaii44T · 22T · 1-speed
Ratio2.00:1
Estimated speed at 90 RPMGear14.1 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.125; 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.

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Specification
1997 Electra Hawaii
2009 Electra Hawaii
Overview
Model Year
1997
2009
Brand
Electra
Electra
Model
Hawaii
Hawaii
Bicycle Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Original MSRP
$209.95
Not documented
Colors
Black, Reef Blue
Pink, Mint, Red, Baby Blue
Sizes
18.5", 20.5", womens 18.5"
Womens one size fits all
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Hi-tensile steel
High Tensile Steel
Fork
Electra
—
Fork Material
Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Steel, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
Cruiser Mix
Crankset
1-piece 6 1/2", 46 teeth
Electra Steel OPC, 44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
One piece
Loose ball
BB Shell Width
American
—
Rear Cogs
1-speed, 18 teeth
1-speed, 22 teeth
Chain
1/2 x 1/8"
KMC 410
Pedals
Victor VP Comp rubber block
Electra Deluxe Block
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano coaster brake
Shimano coaster brake rear
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1" steel
1" Threaded
Handlebar
Cruiser Bend
Electra Cafe
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Wei Hau WH-10
Alloy
Saddle
Electra 2-Tone
Electra Custom Elastomer Spring
Seatpost
Pillar, steel, 26.8 mm diameter
Steel pillar
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: steel, nutted, Rear: Shimano coaster brake
Front: Alloy, Rear: Shimano Coaster Brake
Rims
Steel, with white powder coat, 36-hole
Alloy, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
—
Front Tire
26 x 2.125" Electra Strat-O-Balloon whitewall
26 x 2.125" Electra Blossom Trail
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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