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1998 Bianchi Lynx

Velopedia Archive ID 73760

Overview

Model year1998
BrandBianchi
ModelLynx
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID73760
Original MSRP$429.00
ColorsFake aluminum, gloss root beer
Sizes13.5", 15", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly, butted
ForkSpinner
Fork materialChromoly, oversize, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersGrip Shift ESP 7.0
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleurGrip Shift ESP 5.0
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP27, 110mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC Z-51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-893

Brakes

BrakesChang Star 883AG brakes, Chang Star 287DT levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Victor VP-H93
HandlebarHsin Lung steel
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung steel
SaddleWTB SSTX, chromoly rails
SeatpostKalloy SP-242, 26.6mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Shimano AceraX, Rear: Formula CO32-8 Q/R
RimsWeinmann 519, 32-hole
SpokesChung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.90" Onza Butch
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube550 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center430 mm
Wheelbase1049 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 28, 2026.