Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 50783
| Model year | 1996 |
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| Brand | Counterpoint |
| Model | Opus IV SS |
| Bicycle type | Tandem (recumbent) |
| Archive ID | 50783 |
| Original MSRP | $4,499.99 |
| Colors | Buyer's choice |
| Sizes | Captain 18"/stoker adjustable recumbent, captain 20"/stoker adjustable recumbent, captain 22"/stoker adjustable recumbent |
| Weight | 44 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded steel |
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| Frame material | 4130 chromoly |
| Fork | Counterpoint |
| Fork material | 4130 chromoly, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano XTR |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Sachs 5000 Ergo |
| Front derailleur | Shimano XTR, bottom-pull |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano XTR |
| Crankset | Sugino Fuse Tandem, 28/42/52 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Sampson Stratics titanium, 116 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 12 - 32 teeth |
| Chain | Sachs SC40, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Brakes | Ritchey Logic brakes, Sachs 5000 levers |
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| Headset | 1" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset DL-2 |
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| Handlebar | Cinelli 64 |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A |
| Stem | SR CYS 50 |
| Saddle | TFI Sport |
| Seatpost | RST suspension, 26.8 mm diameter |
| Rims | Front: Araya 7X, Rear: Mavic 117 SUP, 36-hole |
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| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | Front: 20 x 1.75" Tioga ST Comp, Rear: 26 x 1.25" Specialized Turbo |
| Wheel size | Front: 20", Rear: 26" wheels |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
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| Chainstay / rear center | 431.8 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1524 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 24, 2026.