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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2005 K2 Bayside and 2004 K2 Bayside.
- Gearing
2005 K2 Bayside has a 6% lower climbing ratio than 2004 K2 Bayside.
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.
Lowest0.82:1Highest3.69:1Total range448%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×1.95; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
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
2005 K2 Bayside
2004 K2 Bayside
Overview
Model Year
2005
2004
Brand
K2
K2
Model
Bayside
Bayside
Bicycle Type
Comfort/commuter
Comfort/commuter
Original MSRP
Not documented
$269.99
Colors
Champagne
Blue, Blue/White
Sizes
S, M, L, XL, womens small, womens medium
L, M, S, way big, womens one size fits all
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
6000 aluminum
6061 T6 aluminum
Fork
K2
Noleen NS-1
Fork Material
Aluminum, single crown
Aluminum, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Hybrid Mix
Hybrid Mix
Shifters
SRAM ESP 3.0
Shimano Tourney RevoShift
Front Derailleur
Suntour XR05, bottom-pull/clamp-on
Shimano C050
Rear Derailleur
SRAM ESP 3.0
SRAM ESP 3.0
Crankset
SR Suntour XCC-100, 28/38/48 teeth
Suntour XCC-100, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
—
Cartridge
BB Shell Width
—
68mm English
Rear Cogs
7-speed, 13 - 34 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC Z51, 1/2 x 3/32"
KMC IG-31, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
K2 Comfort Tech
K2 Comfort Tech
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro linear-pull brakes, Tektro levers
Tektro linear-pull brakes, aluminum levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1" steel
1" steel
Handlebar
Aluminum riser
Aluminum, rise
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Aluminum, adjustable
Aluminum, adjustable
Saddle
K2 ComfortTech
K2 ComfortTech
Seatpost
Aluminum suspension
Aluminum, suspension
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Aluminum, Q/R
Formula aluminum, Q/R
Rims
Aluminum, 32-hole
Weinmann CN-520, 36-hole
Spokes
UCP, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
Brass nipples
Front Tire
26 x 1.95" Kenda K-841C
26 x 1.50" multi-terrain
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.