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1996 Bilenky Air Tandem

Velopedia Archive ID 58194

Overview

Model year1996
BrandBilenky
ModelAir Tandem
Bicycle typeTandem (road)
Archive ID58194
Original MSRP$5,895.00
ColorsBuyer's choice
SizesCaptain 19"/stoker 16", captain 20"/stoker 17", captain 21"/stoker 18", captain 22"/stoker 19", captain 23"/stoker 18", captain 23"/stoker 20", captain 24"/stoker 20.5", captain 25"/stoker 19.5"
Weight32.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionFillet brazed steel
Frame materialAermet 100
ForkBilenky
Fork materialTange chromoly, butted, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano XTR
ShiftersShimano 600 Ultegra bar-end
Front derailleurShimano XTR, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano XTR
CranksetTopline, 28/44/54 teeth
Bottom bracketEricson Ti, 127.5 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, Buyer's choice of gearing
ChainSachs SCR80, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano XTR brakes, Dia-Compe Tandem levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Stronglight X-14
HandlebarBuyer's choice
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemTrans-X alloy
SaddleBuyer's choice
SeatpostKalloy Uno/Tamer SL Post-centric

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic T 217 SUP
SpokesDT Revolution stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire700 x 28c Continental Super Sport Ultra
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Head-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center431.8 mm
Fork offset / rake53.8 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 7, 2026.