Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 75881
| Model year | 1998 |
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| Brand | Bianchi |
| Model | Volpe |
| Bicycle type | Touring |
| Archive ID | 75881 |
| Original MSRP | $619.00 |
| Colors | Blue sapphire |
| Sizes | 49 cm, 52 cm, 55 cm, 58 cm, 61 cm |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Chromoly, double-butted |
| Fork | Akisu |
| Fork material | Chromoly, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano RSX |
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| Shifters | Shimano RSX STI Dual Control |
| Front derailleur | Shimano RSX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano RSX GS |
| Crankset | Shimano RSX, 26/36/46 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 118mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | HTI steel/resin w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | Shimano Alivio M-System brakes, Shimano RSX levers |
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| Headset | 1" Tien Hsin TH-390 |
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| Handlebar | Nitto drop aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A |
| Stem | Alico YC chromoly |
| Saddle | In Motion HFS |
| Seatpost | Kalloy SP-242, 26.6mm diameter |
| Hubs | Shimano RSX |
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| Rims | Mavic MA-2, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Chung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 700 x 30c Ritchey Tom Slick |
| Wheel size | 700c wheels |
| Top tube | 545 mm |
|---|---|
| Head-tube angle | 72° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1024 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 50 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 14, 2026.