VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Bilenky Tinker Tandem

Velopedia Archive ID 50605

Overview

Model year1996
BrandBilenky
ModelTinker Tandem
Bicycle typeTandem (folding)
Archive ID50605
Original MSRP$3,950.00
ColorsDark blue, green, light blue, orange, custom powder-coat, purple, red
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", custom
Weight44.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionFillet brazed steel
Frame materialTange/Reynolds 531
ForkBilenky
Fork materialReynolds 531 Jack Taylor, flat crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano XTR/XT
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-600
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetSpecialized Tandem, 28/44/54 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN71, 127.5 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, Buyer's choice of gearing
ChainSachs SCM55, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano XTR brakes, Dia-Compe PC-7 levers

Cockpit & contact points

HandlebarZoom alloy 170g
Handlebar extensionsZoom Short Stop
StemTrans-X alloy
SaddleBuyer's choice
SeatpostKalloy Uno

Wheels & tires

RimsSun Metal CRT16 II, 40-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.25" Ritchey Crossbite
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Head-tube angle72.5°
Chainstay / rear center431.8 mm
Fork offset / rake50.8 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 9, 2026.