- Frame
- Chromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
- Brakes
- Aluminum linear-pull brakes, aluminum levers
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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 1998 Scorpio Capistrano and 1999 Scorpio Capistrano.
- Data limitation
Only 1999 Scorpio Capistrano has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Lowest1.36:1Highest2.71:1Total range200%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
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
1998 Scorpio Capistrano
1999 Scorpio Capistrano
Overview
Model Year
1998
1999
Brand
Scorpio
Scorpio
Model
Capistrano
Capistrano
Bicycle Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Original MSRP
$225.00
$299.99
Colors
White/vivid blue
Cream/Blue
Sizes
18", womens 18"
18"
Weight
—
31 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Chromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
7005 aluminum w/replaceable derailleur hanger
Fork
Scorpio
Pilot
Fork Material
Unicrown
Hi-tensile steel, oversize, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
Cruiser Mix
Shifters
Grip Shift MRX-170
Grip Shift MRX-200
Rear Derailleur
Shimano AceraX
Shimano AceraX
Crankset
Aluminum
3-piece aluminum, 38 teeth
Bottom Bracket
—
Chin Haur CH-46, 110.5mm spindle
BB Shell Width
—
68mm English
Rear Cogs
7-speed
7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
Chain
KMC Z-51, 1/2 x 3/32"
KMC Z-51, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Platform, aluminum
Victor VP-707
Brakes
Brakes
Aluminum linear-pull brakes, aluminum levers
Chang Star linear-pull brakes, Chang Star 257A levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1" sealed
1 1/8" threadless YST steel
Handlebar
—
Hsin Lung steel
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Aluminum
Tahoma Sonne IV
Saddle
Cruiser w/springs
Pilot
Seatpost
Pillar, aluminum
Kalloy SP-200, 30.6mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Aluminum, Q/R
Steel, Q/R
Rims
Aluminum, 36-hole
Weinmann 519, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Shuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
Brass nipples
Front Tire
26 x 2.00"
26 x 2.125" Kenda K-847
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.