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1998 Cignal Melbourne Express

Velopedia Archive ID 76872

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	Cignal
Model	Melbourne Express
Bicycle type	Tandem (mountain)
Archive ID	76872
Original MSRP	$599.95
Colors	Gloss black, race blue
Sizes	Captain 20"/stoker 19" step through

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Hi-tensile steel
Fork	Cignal
Fork material	Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Tandem Mix
Shifters	Grip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleur	Shimano Tourney TY-30, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano Tourney TY-30
Crankset	Tracer TD-301, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracket	YST BB 612
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
Chain	1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Wellgo LU-943

Brakes

Brakes	Aluminum cantilever brakes, Tektro levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" YST CS530B
Handlebar	Steel hi-rise
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Steel
Saddle	Velo Gelfoam w/comfort springs
Seatpost	Pillar, aluminum, 25.4mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Heavy Duty Q/R, Rear: Heavy Duty nutted
Rims	Aluminum, 48-hole
Spokes	Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 2.10" Duro
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 28, 2026.