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1996 Burley Samba Softride (01)

Velopedia Archive ID 57089

Overview

Model year1996
BrandBurley
ModelSamba Softride (01)
Bicycle typeTandem (mountain)
Archive ID57089
Original MSRP$1,800.00
ColorsSilver
SizesCaptain 18"/stoker 15", captain 22"/stoker 19.5", captain 23.5"/stoker 21"
Weight40.2 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialTrue Temper chromoly, oversize
ForkBurley Tandem
Fork materialTrue Temper 4130 chromoly, oversize, unicrown crown
Rear shockSoftride Suspension Beam, 2.0" travel

Drivetrain

ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400
Front derailleurSachs Centera, bottom-pull
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetSugino Fuse Tandem, 28/44/54 teeth
Bottom bracketPrecision sealed cartridge bearings, 117 mm spindle
BB shell width72mm front/84mm rear
Rear cogs7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG70, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsMks

Brakes

BrakesShimano Alivio M-System brakes, Dia-Compe SS-187 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Tange-Seiki Avenger OS-H2
Handlebar6061 light alloy MTB
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemBurley, chromoly
SaddleVetta Comfort Torino
SeatpostXC Pro front/Softride Suspension Beam rear, 26.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsWeinmann 4019, 40-hole
SpokesUnion stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.50" Specialized Nimbus III
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Head-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center438 mm
Wheelbase1730 mm
Fork offset / rake42 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.