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1996 Moulton APB 14 Shimano Plus

Velopedia Archive ID 53816

Overview

Model year	1996
Brand	Moulton
Model	APB 14 Shimano Plus
Bicycle type	Folding
Archive ID	53816
Original MSRP	$1,850.00
Colors	Light blue
Sizes	Adjustable for rider height:5'4" to 6'2"
Weight	29 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	MIG-welded steel
Frame material	Hi-tensile steel
Fork	Moulton leading link suspension
Fork material	Reynolds 531/hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	Alex Moulton Monosphere, 1.25" travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano RX-100
Shifters	Shimano Deore DX thumbshifters
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore LX, bottom-pull/braze-on
Rear derailleur	Shimano RX-100 GS
Crankset	Shimano RX-100, 42/52 teeth
Bottom bracket	Skf
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain	Sachs SCM55, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Victor VP-933S w/clips & straps

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano cantilever alloy brakes, Shimano levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" YST Sealed Tech
Handlebar	Reynolds 531
Handlebar extensions	Zoom Short Stop
Stem	Zoom Original
Saddle	Iscaselle padded vinyl
Seatpost	Moulton APB steel

Wheels & tires

Rims	Rigida alloy, 36-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	20 x 1.75" Michelin Cobra
Wheel size	20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	528.3 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	71°
Chainstay / rear center	464.8 mm
Wheelbase	1066.8 mm
Fork offset / rake	50.8 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 9, 2026.