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1995 Lightning F-40

Velopedia Archive ID 33016

Overview

Model year	1995
Brand	Lightning
Model	F-40
Bicycle type	Recumbent
Archive ID	33016
Original MSRP	$4,500.00
Colors	Light blue, red, white, yellow
Sizes	Xlarge, large, medium
Weight	32 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	Fillet brazed steel
Frame material	4130 chromoly
Fork	Lightning S-1
Fork material	Tange Ultralight chromoly, semi-sloping crown

Drivetrain

Shifters	Grip Shift CX-DT
Front derailleur	Shimano RX-100 (triple), bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore XT SS
Crankset	Suntour XC Comp, 28/44/56 teeth
Rear cogs	7-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain	KMC SS-90, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Onza HO (clipless)

Brakes

Brakes	IBC hydraulic brakes, IBC hydraulic levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" Suntour SL
Handlebar	Lightning welded aluminum
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Lightning oversize bonded aluminum
Saddle	Lighting Ergofit aluminum rails
Seatpost	N/A

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano 600 Ultegra
Rims	Sun Metal M-13L, 28-hole
Spokes	DT stainless steel, 1.8 mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Alloy nipples
Front tire	Front: 17 x 1 1/4" Alex Moulton, Rear: 700 x 25c Trek IsoTech 5
Wheel size	Front: 17", Rear: 700c wheels

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