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2010 Electra Amsterdam Balloon 8D Ladies

Velopedia Archive ID 20841

Overview

Model year	2010
Brand	Electra
Model	Amsterdam Balloon 8D Ladies
Bicycle type	City/commuter
Archive ID	20841
Colors	Deep Red Metallic
Sizes	One size fits all

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	High Tensile Steel
Fork material	Steel, Lugged crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Commuter Mix
Shifters	Shimano Alivio Rapid Fire
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	Shimano Acera
Crankset	Forged Alloy w/chainguard, 42 teeth
Bottom bracket	Sealed cartridge, 118mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm
Cassette	Shimano
Rear cogs	8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain	KMC Z72
Pedals	Alloy Platform w/Kraton inserts

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Nexus Roller Brake brakes, Alloy 4 Finger reach adjust levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" threadless steel
Handlebar	Alloy custom bend riser, 3.5" rise x 23.25" width
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	3D Forged
Saddle	Retro Leatherette w/springs
Seatpost	Butted alloy micro-adjust, 25.6mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Shimano Nexus BR-IM41, Rear: Shimano Nexus freehub w/ roller brake
Rims	Painted/Pin Striped Alloy, 36-hole
Spokes	Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke nipples	Brass
Front tire	26 x 2.35" Schwalbe Fat Frank
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 25, 2026.