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1999 Cignal Melbourne Express

Velopedia Archive ID 83516

Overview

Model year	1999
Brand	Cignal
Model	Melbourne Express
Bicycle type	Tandem (mountain)
Archive ID	83516
Original MSRP	$599.95
Colors	Crimson, Gloss Black
Sizes	Captain 20"/stoker 19"

Frameset

Frame construction	Pulse-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-200
Front derailleur	Shimano Tourney TY-32, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano Tourney TY-40
Crankset	Tracer, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracket	YST BB 613
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	7-speed, 14 - 34 teeth
Chain	KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Wellgo LU-943

Brakes

Brakes	Tektro 823A linear-pull brakes, Tektro RBP-378A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" Chin Haur CH-90
Handlebar	Steel hi-rise
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Steel
Saddle	Velo Gelfoam w/springs
Seatpost	Polygon PM-790, suspension, 25.4mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: aluminum, Q/R, Rear: aluminum, nutted
Rims	Aluminum, 48-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 2.00" Duro 855
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.