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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2007 Bianchi Imola and 2009 Bianchi Imola.
- Identity & price
2009 Bianchi Imola had an original MSRP $201 lower than 2007 Bianchi Imola.
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.
Lowest1.26:1Highest4.17:1Total range331%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×23; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest1.20:1Highest4.17:1Total range347%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×23; 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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2007 Bianchi Imola
2009 Bianchi Imola
Overview
Model Year
2007
2009
Brand
Bianchi
Bianchi
Model
Imola
Imola
Bicycle Type
Road race & triathlon
Road race & triathlon
Original MSRP
$1,499.99
$1,299.00
Colors
Gray
Blue
Sizes
44cm, 49cm, 51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm, 61cm, 63cm
44cm, 49cm, 51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm, 61cm, 63cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Reynolds 631
Reynolds 631 chromoly
Fork
Bianchi
Bianchi
Fork Material
Carbon fiber/aluminum steerer, aero crown
Carbon fiber/aluminum steerer
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano 105
Shimano Tiagra
Shifters
Shimano 105 STI Dual Control
Shimano Tiagra STI
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105, 28.6mm
Shimano Tiagra
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shimano Tiagra
Crankset
Sugino Alpina 2, 34/50 teeth
Prowheel Ounce-632 Triple, 30/39/50 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sugino external
—
Cassette
—
Shimano HG50
Rear Cogs
10-speed, 12 - 27 teeth
9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
Chain
Kmc
KMC X9
Pedals
Wellgo clipless, 2-sided
Look KEO Easy
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano 105 Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 105 STI Dual Control levers
Shimano Tiagra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Tiagra STI levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless VP
1 1/8" VP-A51AE
Handlebar
Deda Elementi Piega
FSA Omega
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Bianchi Componenti
Bianchi RC forged alloy
Saddle
Selle San Marco Ponza
Selle San Marco Ponza
Seatpost
Bianchi Componenti, 27.2mm diameter
Bianchi RC alloy
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano R-561
Front: Joytech JY-A141SB, Rear: Joytech JY-F192SB
Rims
Shimano R-561
Jalco DRX4000
Front Tire
700 x 23C Vittoria Zaffiro Pro
700 x 23c Vittoria Zaffiro
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.