VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2000 Bike Friday New World Tourist BF 3x8 LX

Velopedia Archive ID 49011

Overview

Model year2000
BrandBike Friday
ModelNew World Tourist BF 3x8 LX
Bicycle typeFolding
Archive ID49011
Original MSRP$1,250.00
ColorsBlack, Black Diamond, Blue, British Racing Green, Candy Apple Red, Green, Midnight Blue, Purple, Red, Sapphire Blue, Stealth, White, Yellow
SizesAdjustable for rider height
Weight24.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialSteel
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupFolding Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurN/A
Rear derailleurShimano 105 GS
CranksetBF Cold Forged, 46 teeth
Bottom bracketBF Sealed Bearing, 107mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesAvid 1D-10 brakes, Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/4" BF Alloy Threaded
HandlebarBF Touring H
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAluminum riser
SaddleNot included
SeatpostKalloy Uno, 28.6 diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: BF Quando Sealed Cartridge Bearing, Rear: SRAM Spectro 3x
RimsSun Rims CR18, 36-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire20 x 1.35" Primo Comet
Wheel size20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle73°
Wheelbase1033.8 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.