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1997 Co-Motion Java

Velopedia Archive ID 61322

Overview

Model year1997
BrandCo-Motion
ModelJava
Bicycle typeTandem (road)
Archive ID61322
Original MSRP$3,853.00
ColorsBlue, bronze, chrome yellow, cream, custom fade, custom flame, green metall
SizesCaptain 21"/stoker 19", captain 22"/stoker 20", captain 22.5"/stoker 19", c
Weight37 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialCo-Motion Reynolds 531
ForkCo-Motion
Fork materialReynolds 531, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupSachs New Success
ShiftersSachs New Success Ergo
Front derailleurSachs New Success, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurSachs New Success
CranksetRitchey Tandem, 32/44/54 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN51, 122.5 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm Threadless
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC-M55, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Sachs New Success levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Chris King
HandlebarProfile Hammer
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemCo-Motion chromoly
SaddleTerry men's/Terry women's
SeatpostKalloy Uno, 29.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsPhil Wood tandem
RimsMavic T 217 SUP, 40-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 28c Continental Super Sport
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube571.5 mm
Head-tube angle74°
Fork offset / rake38 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 22, 2026.