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2001 Lightning Thunderbolt

Velopedia Archive ID 90718

Overview

Model year	2001
Brand	Lightning
Model	Thunderbolt
Bicycle type	Recumbent
Archive ID	90718
Original MSRP	$850.00
Colors	Blue, Dark Blue, White, Yellow
Sizes	Large, small
Weight	30 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Chromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
Fork	Spinner
Fork material	4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Recumbent Mix
Shifters	SRAM MRX
Front derailleur	Shimano Acera top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano Acera
Crankset	Dotek aluminum, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracket	Three piece, sealed, 118mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
Chain	KMC Z-72, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Platform, resin

Brakes

Brakes	Tektro 821A linear-pull brakes, Tektro RBP-379A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" Dia-Tech SBN
Handlebar	Aluminum MTB
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Chromoly
Saddle	Lightning Ergofit, Aluminum frame
Seatpost	N/A

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Acera
Rims	Aluminum, 36-hole
Spokes	Sapim stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	Front: 20 x 1.75" ACS Edge, Rear: 26 x 1.50" IRC Metro
Wheel size	Front: 20", Rear: 26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 1, 2026.