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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 Brava and 2009 Bianchi Brava.
- Identity & price
2007 Bianchi Brava had an original MSRP $250 lower than 2009 Bianchi Brava.
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.
Lowest1.15:1Highest4.33:1Total range376%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×23.
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 Brava
2009 Bianchi Brava
Overview
Model Year
2007
2009
Brand
Bianchi
Bianchi
Model
Brava
Brava
Bicycle Type
Road/sport
Road race & triathlon
Original MSRP
$799.99
$1,050.00
Colors
Blue, Red
Deep Green
Sizes
44cm, 49cm, 52cm, 55cm, 58cm, 61cm
44cm, 49cm, 52cm, 55cm, 58cm, 61cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Bianchi DB CrMo
Chromoly
Fork
Bianchi
Bianchi
Fork Material
Carbon fiber/aluminum steerer, aero crown
Carbon fiber/aluminum steerer
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Sora
Shimano Sora
Shifters
Shimano Sora STI
Shimano Sora STI
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora, 28.6mm
Shimano Sora
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora
Shimano Sora
Crankset
Sugino RD 3000T, 30/42/52 teeth
Prowheel Ounce-632 Triple, 30/39/50 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Tange cartridge
—
Cassette
—
Shimano HG50
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 12 - 26 teeth
9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
Chain
Kmc
KMC X9
Pedals
Wellgo clipless, 2-sided
VP-R70 clipless
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Sora brakes, Shimano Sora STI levers
Bianchi RC alloy brakes, Shimano Sora STI levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless VP
1 1/8" VP-A51AE
Handlebar
Bianchi Alloy
FSA Omega
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Bianchi Componenti adjustable
Bianchi RC forged alloy
Saddle
Bianchi Velo
Selle San Marco Ponza
Seatpost
Bianchi Componenti, 27.2mm diameter
Bianchi RC alloy
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano Sora
Front: Joytech JY-A141SB, Rear: Joytech JY-F192SB
Rims
Front: Alex DA-22, Rear: Alex DA2-2, 32-hole
Jalco DRX4000
Front Tire
700 x 23C Vittoria Zaffiro
700 x 23c Vittoria Zaffiro
Rear Tire
700 x 23C Vittoria Zaffiro
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Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.