Lowest0.88:1
Highest4.50:1
Total range514%
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1993 Santana Sovereign
Original specifications: Shimano XTR drivetrain · 37 lb published weight · legacy reference geometry.
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At a glance
Archive #43129- Model year
- 1993
- Category
- Tandem
- Original MSRP
- $3,395.00
- Sizes
- S, M, L, Extra-Large, Custom
- Weight
- 37 lb
- Geometry
- Legacy reference
- In this record
- 19 specifications · original MSRP · geometry
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Identification clues
1993 archived details
- Frame
- Easton/Santana Vari Lite DB 7000
- Original equipment
- Shimano XTR
Clues, not proof of model year. Colors vary and components may have been replaced.
Original buildEaston/Santana Vari Lite DB 7000 · Shimano XTR
Frameset
| Frame Construction | Welded aluminum |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Easton/Santana Vari Lite DB 7000 |
| Fork | Tange/Santana Super OS tandem unicrown |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Shimano XTR |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano Dura-Ace barcons |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano XTR |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XTR |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore XT tandem, 28/44/54 teeth |
| Rear Cogs | 8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano Hyperglide |
| Pedals | Shimano SPD clipless |
Brakes
| Brakes | Shimano Deore XT (optional Arai drum/disk brake) brakes, levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Handlebar | Nitto 440 Road |
|---|---|
| Stem | Santana 1.25 |
| Saddle | Vetta SL |
| Seatpost | Alumax Ti-coat Micro-lite |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Edco Hyperglide sealed, threaded for brake |
|---|---|
| Rims | Araya Special Tandem, 40-hole |
| Front Tire | Specialized Kevlar Tandem |
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Geometry
Historical measurements. Frame size unknown.
Reference drawing
Size
Measurement
Measurement
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All geometry measurementsLegacy reference · 5 measurements
| Measurement | Legacy reference |
|---|---|
| Head-tube angle | 73° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 439.4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1727.2 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 53.3 mm |
Frame size not recorded.
Gearing
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
Add your rear tire size to calculate speedHow it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Gearing results
| Measure | Original | Your setup |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest ratio | — | — |
| Highest ratio | — | — |
| Total range | — | — |
| Lowest-gear speed | — | — |
| Highest-gear speed | — | — |
Speeds are estimates. These calculations do not establish component compatibility or available tire clearance.
Parts & serviceability
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Shimano SPD clipless
Shimano Deore XT tandem
28/44/54 teeth
Shimano XTR
More parts (2)Fewer parts
Shimano XTR
Shimano Dura-Ace barcons
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Parts and service referenceQuick reference before buying parts
Archived specifications for reference. Check the fitted parts before ordering.
- Front tire
- Specialized Kevlar Tandem
- Drivetrain
- 8-speed
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Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: Welded aluminum · Fork: Tange/Santana Super OS tandem unicrown
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Group: Shimano XTR · Shifters: Shimano Dura-Ace barcons · Front derailleur: Shimano XTR · Rear derailleur: Shimano XTR · Crankset: Shimano Deore XT tandem, 28/44/54 teeth · Rear cogs: 8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth · Chain: Shimano Hyperglide
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Shimano Deore XT (optional Arai drum/disk brake) brakes, levers
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Rims: Araya Special Tandem, 40-hole · Hubs: Edco Hyperglide sealed, threaded for brake · Front tire: Specialized Kevlar Tandem
Controls and contact points
Archived: Handlebar: Nitto 440 Road · Stem: Santana 1.25 · Seatpost: Alumax Ti-coat Micro-lite · Saddle: Vetta SL · Pedals: Shimano SPD clipless
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