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| Model year | 1997 |
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| Brand | American Flyer |
| Model | Z-1 |
| Bicycle type | Road race & triathlon |
| Archive ID | 69629 |
| Original MSRP | $2,350.00 |
| Colors | Brushed |
| Sizes | 49 cm, 51 cm, 53 cm, 55 cm, 57 cm, 59 cm |
| Weight | 21 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
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| Frame material | 3Al/2.5V titanium, tapered w/6Al/4V titanium |
| Fork | Kestrel EMS |
| Fork material | Carbon fiber composite, aero crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano 600 Ultegra |
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| Shifters | Shimano 600 Ultegra down-tube |
| Front derailleur | Shimano 600 Ultegra, bottom-pull/braze-on |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano 600 Ultegra |
| Crankset | Shimano 600 Ultegra, 39/53 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN71, 111 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 21 teeth |
| Chain | Taya Pro Extreme, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Brakes | Shimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 600 Ultegra levers |
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| Headset | 1" Shimano 600 Ultegra |
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| Handlebar | Syntace Stratos |
| Handlebar extensions | Syntace C-2 |
| Stem | Salsa chromoly |
| Saddle | Selle Royal Eclipse, carbon |
| Seatpost | Syncros Pro Series aluminum, 27.2 mm diameter |
| Hubs | Shimano 600 Ultegra |
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| Rims | HED J-2, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Wheelsmith stainless steel, 1.8mm bladed |
| Spoke nipples | Alloy nipples |
| Front tire | 650 x 20c Continental Grand Prix |
| Wheel size | 650c wheels |
| Top tube | 558 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 73.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 78° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 393 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1019 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 35 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 23, 2026.