VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Pashley Prospero Princess Original 3 Plus

Velopedia Archive ID 59179

Overview

Model year1996
BrandPashley
ModelProspero Princess Original 3 Plus
Bicycle typeCruiser
Archive ID59179
Original MSRP$799.00
ColorsGreen
SizesWomens 18", womens 20", womens 22"
Weight45 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded steel
Frame materialHi-tensile steel
ForkPashley Princess
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, flat crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupSturmey Archer
ShiftersSturmey Archer 3-speed
Front derailleurN/A
Rear derailleurN/A
CranksetSteel, 46 teeth
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs3-speed internal, 18 teeth
Chain1/2 x 1/8"
PedalsUnion

Brakes

BrakesRoller Lever, rod actuated brakes, ITM Roller Lever levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" chromed steel
HandlebarITM chromed steel
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemItm
SaddleBrooks B66
SeatpostPillar, 26.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsVan Schothorst chromed steel, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1 3/8" Schwalbe
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube555 mm
Head-tube angle68°
Seat-tube angle68°
Chainstay / rear center480 mm
Wheelbase1355 mm
Fork offset / rake70 mm

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