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2001 Lightning R-84

Velopedia Archive ID 90723

Overview

Model year2001
BrandLightning
ModelR-84
Bicycle typeRecumbent
Archive ID90723
Original MSRP$5,200.00
ColorsClear coated natural carbon
SizesLarge, medium, xlarge
Weight20 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionMonocoque
Frame materialCarbon fiber composite
ForkLightning S-2, 1.6" travel
Fork material4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockLightning Swing-Stay, 1.0" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupCampagnolo Daytona Triple
ShiftersCampagnolo Daytona Ergo
Front derailleurCampagnolo Daytona, bottom-pull/braze-on
Rear derailleurCampagnolo Daytona
CranksetCampagnolo Daytona, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom bracketCampagnolo Daytona, 118mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 26 teeth
ChainCampagnolo Daytona, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesCampagnolo Daytona dual pivot brakes, Ritchey levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/4" Shimano Deore XT
HandlebarLightning Drop
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemAluminum
SaddleLightning Ergofit, Aluminum frame
SeatpostN/A

Wheels & tires

HubsCampagnolo Daytona
RimsFront: Sun Rims ME14A, Rear: Camagnolo Vento
SpokesCampagnolo stainless steel, bladed
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 20 x 1.00" Continental Grand Prix kevlar, Rear: 700 x 25c Continental Grand Prix kevlar
Wheel sizeFront: 20", 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.