VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1995 Ibis Forte'

Velopedia Archive ID 35035

Overview

Model year1995
BrandIbis
ModelForte'
Bicycle typeTandem (road)
Archive ID35035
Original MSRP$3,499.00
ColorsBlack, cobalt blue, forest green, orange, red, silver, tan
SizesCaptain 18"/stoker 16", captain 20"/stoker 18", captain 21"/stoker 17", captain 22"/stoker 20"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialIbis custom
ForkTange Durango
Fork materialTange chromoly, unicrown crown

Drivetrain

ShiftersShimano SL-BS64 600 Ultegra bar-end 8-speed
Front derailleurShimano XTR, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano XTR
CranksetSpecialized Tandem, 32/44/54 teeth
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth
ChainUnion 915, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsSR/Suntour SP-100

Brakes

BrakesDia-Compe 987 brakes, Dia-Compe 287 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Ritchey Logic Expert
HandlebarScott Drop LF
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemIbis custom chromoly
SaddleSpecialized Prolong/Specialized women's
SeatpostControl Tech Control Post, 28.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsHugi cassette, threaded for drum brake
RimsMavic M261, 36-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0 mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.25" Specialized Fat Boy
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center431.8 mm
Wheelbase1752.6 mm
Fork offset / rake55 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 23, 2026.