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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2002 Burley Samba and 2000 Burley Samba.
- Gearing
2000 Burley Samba has a 13% lower climbing ratio than 2002 Burley Samba.
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.
Lowest1.07:1Highest4.82:1Total range450%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×1.9; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.93:1Highest4.73:1Total range506%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×1.5; 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
2002 Burley Samba
2000 Burley Samba
Overview
Model Year
2002
2000
Brand
Burley
Burley
Model
Samba
Samba
Bicycle Type
Tandem (mountain)
Tandem (mountain)
Original MSRP
$1,549.00
$1,549.00
Colors
Blue
Deep Blue Metallic Powdercoat
Sizes
S, M, L
Captain 18"/stoker 15", captain 19.5"/stoker 17", captain 21"/stoker 18.5"
Weight
—
39.8 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
True Temper Tandem chromoly
True Temper Tandem chromoly, Burley Exclusive
Fork
Burley
Burley
Fork Material
True Temper chromoly, unicrown crown
4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Tandem Mix
Tandem Mix
Shifters
SRAM Centera
SRAM 3.0
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora, clamp-on
Shimano RSX, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore SGS
Shimano Deore LX SGS
Crankset
Cyclone forged, 30/42/53 teeth
3-piece aluminum, 28/42/52 teeth
Bottom Bracket
TruVativ Sealex XR-XC
Burley Tandem precision sealed, 121mm spindle
BB Shell Width
—
82mm Special Tandem
Rear Cogs
7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano CN-HG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Aluminum cage w/clips & straps
Aluminum w/clips & straps
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Single Digit 5 brakes, Avid AD 3 levers
Avid 1D-10 brakes, Avid AD-1.0 L levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless Cane Creek STS
1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic
Handlebar
Ritchey Rizer SD
Ritchey Force
Stem
Ritchey Comp
Ritchey CompLite
Saddle
Serfas Cosmos
Selle Italia Future Race
Seatpost
Zoom SP-41 Microset
Ritchey Expert, 26.6mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano Deore LX
Shimano Deore XT
Rims
Weinmann Zac 19, 40-hole
Weinmann Zac 19, 40-hole
Spokes
DT stainless steel
Wheelsmith stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
—
Alloy nipples
Front Tire
26 x 1.90" Continental Town & Country
26 x 1.50" Ritchey Crossbite
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.