Bicycle Archive ยท Specification reportBicycle Archive ยท Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 58961
| Model year | 1996 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Lightning |
| Model | F-40 |
| Bicycle type | Recumbent |
| Archive ID | 58961 |
| Original MSRP | $4,200.00 |
| Colors | Light blue, red, white |
| Sizes | Large, medium, xlarge |
| Weight | 33 lb |
| Frame construction | Lugged steel |
|---|---|
| Frame material | 4130 chromoly |
| Fork | Lightning S-1 Suspension |
| Fork material | True Temper chromoly, semi-sloping crown |
| Rear shock | Lightning Elastomer, 1.0" travel |
| Shifters | Grip Shift CX-DT |
|---|---|
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore LX, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore LX SGS |
| Crankset | SR alloy, 28/50/57 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN71, 116 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 32 teeth |
| Chain | KMC SS-90S, 1/2 X 3/32" |
| Pedals | Buyer's choice |
| Brakes | IBC hydraulic brakes, IBC hydraulic levers |
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| Headset | 1" Stronglight A9 |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Lightning welded aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A |
| Stem | N/A |
| Saddle | Lighting Ergofit aluminum rails |
| Seatpost | N/A |
| Rims | Mavic MA-2, 28-hole/36-hole |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | Front: 17 x 1 1/4" Alex Moulton, Rear: 700 x 25c Trek Isotech 3 |
| 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 October 1, 2026.