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1997 Bianchi Advantage

Velopedia Archive ID 67347

Overview

Model year1997
BrandBianchi
ModelAdvantage
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID67347
Original MSRP$399.00
ColorsMetallic blue-grey, metallic green
Sizes16", 18.5", 21", womens 16.5", womens 19.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly
ForkBianchi
Fork materialChromoly/hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio/AceraX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleurShimano AceraX, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano AceraX, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-893

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Chang Star 274A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Victor VP-H67
HandlebarSteel
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung chromoly
SaddleViscount 9708
SeatpostKalloy SP-242, 26.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Shimano AceraX, Rear: Shimano RM-40
RimsAraya TX-350, 36-hole
SpokesChung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 38c Cheng Shin C-1053
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube550 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center430 mm
Wheelbase1040 mm
Fork offset / rake55 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.