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2003 Lightning Phantom

Velopedia Archive ID 30065

Overview

Model year	2003
Brand	Lightning
Model	Phantom
Bicycle type	Recumbent
Archive ID	30065
Original MSRP	$1,450.00
Sizes	Large/xlarge, small/medium
Weight	27.5 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	4130 Chromoly w/ Aluminum BB extension
Fork	Lightning
Fork material	4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Recumbent Mix
Shifters	SRAM Attack
Front derailleur	Shimano Sora, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore
Crankset	Cyclone MR73, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-LP27, 118mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain	KMC Z9200, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Platform, resin

Brakes

Brakes	Odyssey A-brake brakes, Tektro RBO-377A levers

Cockpit & contact points

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

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Deore
Rims	Sun Rims CR18, 36-hole
Spokes	Sapim stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	Front: 20 x 1.25" City Jet, Rear: 26 x 1.25" Primo Racer
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.