Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2008 Electra Townie 21 700C

Velopedia Archive ID 14897

Overview

Model year	2008
Brand	Electra
Model	Townie 21 700C
Bicycle type	Comfort/commuter
Archive ID	14897
Original MSRP	$440.00
Colors	Platinum
Sizes	One size fits all

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	6061 Alloy
Fork	Electra
Fork material	Steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Commuter Mix
Shifters	Shimano EZ-Fire
Front derailleur	Shimano Tourney
Rear derailleur	Shimano Tourey Megarange
Crankset	FSA, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracket	Sealed cartridge
Cassette	Shimano
Rear cogs	7-speed, 17 - 34 teeth
Chain	KMC Z51
Pedals	Alloy

Brakes

Brakes	Linear Pull brakes, Shimano EZ-Fire levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threaded
Handlebar	Electra Custom
Stem	Alloy
Saddle	Electra Ergonomical Townie
Seatpost	Alloy Pillar

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Alloy, Rear: Alloy cassette
Rims	Alloy Double Wall, 32-hole
Front tire	700 x 38c Semi-slick Street
Wheel size	700c wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 2, 2026.