Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1995 Cresswell Engineering Rapide

Velopedia Archive ID 27008

Overview

Model year	1995
Brand	Cresswell Engineering
Model	Rapide
Bicycle type	Recumbent (folding)
Archive ID	27008
Original MSRP	$2,100.00
Colors	Pearl white w/red, yellow, blue stripes
Sizes	Adjustable for rider height
Weight	36 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	Brazed and silver-soldered steel
Frame material	Steel
Fork	Cresswell Engineering Rapide
Fork material	Sheet steel

Drivetrain

Component group	Sachs Aris New Success
Shifters	Sachs Powergrip Pro
Front derailleur	Sachs New Success, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleur	Sachs New Success
Crankset	Sachs New Success, 26/36/46 teeth
Rear cogs	7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
Chain	Sachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Not included

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano RX-100 Dual Pivot/Sachs hydraulic disc brakes, Sachs New Success levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	Cresswell Engineering
Handlebar	Cresswell Engineering Rapide
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	N/A
Saddle	Cresswell Engineering webbed hammock seat
Seatpost	N/A

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Sachs New Success
Rims	Rigida alloy, 36-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 2.0 mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	Front: 500A Michelin CL, Rear: 700 x 28c Michelin Select
Wheel size	Front: 500a, Rear: 700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Head-tube angle	75°
Wheelbase	1730 mm
Fork offset / rake	55 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 1, 2026.