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1996 Bilenky Air Hog Tandem

Velopedia Archive ID 53597

Overview

Model year	1996
Brand	Bilenky
Model	Air Hog Tandem
Bicycle type	Tandem (mountain)
Archive ID	53597
Original MSRP	$6,950.00
Colors	Buyer's choice
Sizes	Custom
Weight	33 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	Fillet brazed steel
Frame material	Aermet 100/Ritchey Prestige
Fork	Rock Shox Judy DH
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Shifters	Grip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray
Front derailleur	Shimano XTR, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano XTR
Crankset	Topline
Bottom bracket	Ericson Ti, 127.5 mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	8-speed, Buyer's choice of gearing
Chain	Sachs SCM90, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Not included

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano XTR brakes, Dia-Compe PC-11 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	King NoThreadSet
Handlebar	Ritchey WCS ProLite
Handlebar extensions	Ritchey Logic Pro WCS
Stem	Trans-X alloy/Bilenky rear
Saddle	Buyer's choice
Seatpost	American Classic Ti/Tamer Post-centric

Wheels & tires

Rims	Mavic M231, 36-hole
Spokes	DT Revolution stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipples	Alloy nipples
Front tire	Front: 26 x 1.95" Continental Leader Pro, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Continental Cross Country
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Head-tube angle	73.5°
Chainstay / rear center	431.8 mm
Fork offset / rake	43.2 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 24, 2026.