Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1994 Nishiki Optima

Velopedia Archive ID 13060

Overview

Model year	1994
Brand	Nishiki
Model	Optima
Bicycle type	Hybrid
Archive ID	13060
Original MSRP	$570.00
Sizes	16", 18", 20", 22"
Weight	26.5 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded steel
Frame material	Chromoly
Fork	Chromoly steerer

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano 400CX
Shifters	Shimano 400CX Rapidfire Plus
Front derailleur	400CX
Rear derailleur	Shimano 700CX
Crankset	400CX, 20/32/42 teeth
Rear cogs	7-speed, 11 - 19 teeth
Chain	Shimano HG-50
Pedals	Wellgo LU-995 w/clips

Brakes

Brakes	400CX brakes, levers

Cockpit & contact points

Handlebar	Kalloy AL001
Stem	Lee Chi HSM653SB2g
Saddle	Vetta SL Racing
Seatpost	Kalloy SP-248

Wheels & tires

Hubs	400CX
Rims	Sun Metal L18, 32-hole
Front tire	Kenda K-803

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	541 mm
Head-tube angle	70.5°
Seat-tube angle	73°
Chainstay / rear center	436.9 mm
Wheelbase	1043.9 mm
Fork offset / rake	40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.