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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 2006 Burley Samba and 2003 Burley Samba.

  2. Gearing

    2006 Burley Samba has a 13% lower climbing ratio than 2003 Burley Samba.

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

  3. Identity & price

    2006 Burley Samba had an original MSRP $450 lower than 2003 Burley Samba.

    Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.

Gearing comparison

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

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2006 Burley Samba52/42/30T · 11–32T · 9-speed
Lowest0.94:1Highest4.73:1Total range504%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.5 mphHighest gear32.8 mph

Uses front tire 26×1.95; rear size isn’t listed.

2003 Burley Samba53/42/30T · 11–28T · 7-speed
Lowest1.07:1Highest4.82:1Total range450%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear7.4 mphHighest gear33.3 mph

Uses front tire 26×1.9; 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
2006 Burley Samba
2003 Burley Samba
Overview
Model Year
2006
2003
Brand
Burley
Burley
Model
Samba
Samba
Bicycle Type
Tandem (mountain)
Tandem (mountain)
Original MSRP
$1,549.00
$1,999.00
Colors
Hunter Green, Strawberry Red
Blue
Sizes
S, M, L
S, M, L
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
True Temper Verus
True Temper Tandem chromoly
Fork
Burley
Burley
Fork Material
True Temper Verus
True Temper chromoly, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Tandem Mix
Tandem Mix
Shifters
SRAM X.7
SRAM MRX
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra, clamp-on
Shimano Sora, clamp-on
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.9
Shimano Deore SGS
Crankset
Truvativ Touro, 30/42/52 teeth
Cyclone forged, 30/42/53 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
TruVativ Sealex XR-XC
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-HG73
Shimano CN-HG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Not included
Aluminum cage w/clips & straps
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Single Digit 5 brakes, Avid FR-5 levers
Avid Single Digit 5 brakes, Avid AD 3 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless Cane Creek STS
1 1/8" threadless Cane Creek STS
Handlebar
Ritchey Rizer Pro
Ritchey Rizer SD
Stem
Ritchey Pro 31.8
Ritchey Comp
Saddle
Velo
Serfas Cosmos
Seatpost
Ritchey Logic
Zoom SP-41 Microset
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Burley sealed cartridge bearing
Sealed mechanism
Rims
Weinmann Zac 2000, 40-hole
Weinmann Zac 19, 40-hole
Spokes
DT Swiss stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
DT stainless steel
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
—
Front Tire
26 x 1.95" Geax Easy Rider
26 x 1.90" Continental Town & Country
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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