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2002 Bianchi Pista

Original specifications: Track Mix drivetrain · 700c wheels · legacy reference geometry.

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Archive #37496

Model year: 2002
Category: Track
Original MSRP: $549.99
Sizes: 51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm, 61cm
Colors: Matte Black
Geometry: Legacy reference
In this record: 22 specifications · archived image · original MSRP · geometry

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Identification clues

2002 archived details

Published colors: Matte Black
Frame: Reynolds 520
Original equipment: Track Mix

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Original buildReynolds 520 · Track Mix · 700c wheels

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Published sizes and colors

6 sizes · 1 color

Manufacturer-published sizes and colors; availability and exact size/color pairings may vary by market or production run.

Published sizes

51cm53cm55cm57cm59cm61cm

Published colors

Matte Black

Frameset

Frame Construction	TIG-welded
Frame Material	Reynolds 520
Fork	Bianchi
Fork Material	Chromoly, double butted, unicrown crown

Drivetrain

Component Group	Track Mix
Crankset	Bianchi Cyclone, 48 teeth
Bottom Bracket	Cartridge, 107mm spindle
Rear Cogs	1-speed, 16 teeth
Chain	KMC, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Wellgo clipless

Cockpit & Contact Points

Headset	Vp
Handlebar	Bianchi aluminum
Handlebar Extensions	Not included
Stem	Chromoly
Saddle	Vetta/Bianchi Cosmos
Seatpost	Bianchi aluminum, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & Tires

Hubs	Bianchi aluminum
Rims	Mavic CXP 21, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) double-butted
Spoke Nipples	Brass nipples
Front Tire	700 x 23c Vittoria Action HSD
Wheel Size	700c wheels

Geometry

Legacy reference · 6 measurements

Historical measurements. Frame size unknown.

All geometry measurementsLegacy reference · 6 measurements

Measurement	Legacy reference
Top tube	560 mm
Head-tube angle	74.5°
Seat-tube angle	75.5°
Chainstay / rear center	383 mm
Wheelbase	968 mm
Fork offset / rake	28 mm

Frame size not recorded.

Gearing

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

Pedal cadence

RPM

Speed units

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

All published sizes48T · 16T · 1-speed

Ratio3.00:1

Estimated speed At 90 RPM Gear21.1 mph

Uses front tire 700C×23; rear size isn’t listed.

How it works

Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.

Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.

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Rear tire

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Rim diameter (BSD, mm) Tire width (mm)

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Cadence (RPM) Speed units

Gear, dimension and cadence changes update results automatically.

Gearing comparison
Measure	Original	Your setup
Lowest ratio	—	—
Highest ratio	—	—
Total range	—	—
Lowest-gear speed	—	—
Highest-gear speed	—	—

Speeds are estimates. These calculations do not establish component compatibility or available tire clearance.

Parts & serviceability

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Original specifications

Front tire · Original

700 x 23c Vittoria Action HSD

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Retailer offers

Vittoria Rubino Pro G2.0 Clincher Tire Black, 700x23

700x23c

Replacement option

Competitive Cyclist ↗$41.10

Seatpost · Original

Bianchi aluminum

27.2mm diameter

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Race Face Ride XC Seatpost Black, 27.2x375mm

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Competitive Cyclist ↗$38.99

Backcountry ↗$38.99

Rims · Original

Mavic CXP 21

32-hole

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Parts and service referenceQuick reference before buying parts

Archived specifications for reference. Check the fitted parts before ordering.

Front tire: 700 x 23c Vittoria Action HSD
Drivetrain: 1-speed
Seatpost diameter: 27.2 mm
Bottom bracket / shell: Cartridge, 107mm spindle

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Frame and fork

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Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: Bianchi · Chromoly, double butted, unicrown crown

Check paint damage, vent holes and accessible internal surfaces for corrosion. Look for dents, bent tubes and cracking around welded or brazed joints.
Inspect the fork crown, blades, dropouts and visible steerer area. Check that it is straight, securely installed and free of cracks or impact damage.

Drivetrain

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Archived: Group: Track Mix · Crankset: Bianchi Cyclone, 48 teeth · Bottom bracket: Cartridge, 107mm spindle · Rear cogs: 1-speed, 16 teeth · Chain: KMC, 1/2 x 3/32"

Check chain tension and chainline, rotate the drivetrain through a full revolution and confirm the rear axle or tensioning hardware cannot slip.
Measure chain wear with a compatible gauge and inspect chainring, cassette or freewheel teeth. A new chain does not rule out wear in the remaining drivetrain.
Turn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Inspect crank arms, chainring bolts and pedal threads for looseness or damage.

Wheels and tires

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Archived: Wheel size: 700c wheels · Rims: Mavic CXP 21, 32-hole · Hubs: Bianchi aluminum · Front tire: 700 x 23c Vittoria Action HSD

Spin both wheels and watch for side-to-side and vertical movement. Check spoke tension, rim condition and hub play.
Inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking, plugs, bulges or exposed threads and confirm the installed sizes are safe for the rims and available frame and fork clearance.

Controls and contact points

Archived: Headset: VP · Handlebar: Bianchi aluminum · Stem: Chromoly · Seatpost: Bianchi aluminum, 27.2mm diameter · Saddle: Vetta/Bianchi Cosmos · Pedals: Wellgo clipless

Apply the front brake and rock the bike to check for headset play or notchiness. Inspect the stem, handlebar and clamp zones, then confirm every fastener and control is secure.
Check that the seatpost moves for adjustment and that the saddle, post and clamp hold securely without cracks, severe corrosion or damaged hardware.

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2002 Bianchi Pista