Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1995 Ryan Vanguard XT

Velopedia Archive ID 38058

Overview

Model year	1995
Brand	Ryan
Model	Vanguard XT
Bicycle type	Recumbent
Archive ID	38058
Original MSRP	$2,350.00
Colors	Black,red
Sizes	Xlong, standard
Weight	31 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded steel
Frame material	True Temper chromoly
Fork material	Chromoly, unicrown crown

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Deore XT
Shifters	Shimano SL-BS50 600 Ultegra bar-end 7-speed
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore XT, bottom-pull
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore XT GS
Crankset	Shimano Deore XT, 32/42/52 teeth
Rear cogs	7-speed, 13 - 32 teeth
Chain	Sachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	SR/Suntour Low-Fat Sport

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Deore XT M-System brakes, Dia-Compe 273K levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" Tioga Expert
Handlebar	Recumbent
Handlebar extensions	Advent
Stem	Recumbent
Saddle	Aluminum frame recumbent
Seatpost	N/A

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Sovos sealed mechanism
Rims	Sun Metal CR-16, 36-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel
Spoke nipples	Alloy nipples
Front tire	Front: 20 x 1.50" Haro Holeshot, Rear: 26 x 1.25" Specialized Fat Boy
Wheel size	Front: 20", Rear: 26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Head-tube angle	68°
Wheelbase	1701.8 mm
Fork offset / rake	57.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 23, 2026.