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