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1996 American Flyer Z-1

Velopedia Archive ID 54928

Overview

Model year1996
BrandAmerican Flyer
ModelZ-1
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID54928
Original MSRP$3,480.00
ColorsBrushed
Sizes49 cm, 51 cm, 53 cm, 55 cm, 57 cm, 59 cm
Weight20.7 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded titanium
Frame material3Al/2.5V titanium w/6Al/4V titanium
ForkKestrel EMS
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano 600 Ultegra
ShiftersShimano 600 Ultegra down-tube
Front derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra
CranksetShimano 600 Ultegra, 42/54 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN51, 105 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 21 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 600 Ultegra levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Stronglight A9
HandlebarSyntace TT-Tri w/aero-link bridge
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemSalsa chromoly
SaddleSelle Royal Titanium
SeatpostControl Tech Control Post, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsHED J-2, 28-hole/32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm aero
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire650 x 20c Michelin Hi-Lite Super Comp
Wheel size650c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube558 mm
Head-tube angle73.5°
Seat-tube angle78°
Chainstay / rear center394 mm
Wheelbase1019 mm
Fork offset / rake40 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 24, 2026.