VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Burley Birdy 7

Velopedia Archive ID 76121

Overview

Model year1998
BrandBurley
ModelBirdy 7
Bicycle typeFolding
Archive ID76121
Original MSRP$995.00
ColorsMetallic emerald green
SizesAdjustable for rider height
Weight22 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 T-6 aluminum alloy
ForkBirdy leading arm suspension
Fork material7005 T-6 aluminum alloy
Rear shockBirdy elastomer, 1.5" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupBirdy mix
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400
Front derailleurN/A
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetDotek Pro-6, 56 teeth
Bottom bracketTien Hsin TH-7418 AL sealed cartridge, 113mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-195

Brakes

BrakesDia-Compe VC-737 brakes, Dia-Compe DP-7 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS
HandlebarTranz-X Zanzibar
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemBirdy folding adjustable
SaddleVelo Crossbow
SeatpostBirdy Special 500mm, 34.7mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Alivio
RimsAlex DV-15, 24-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire18 x 1.5" Birdy Hi-Pressure
Wheel size18" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube590 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle71°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Wheelbase1007 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 25, 2026.