VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1995 Softride Qualifier 650C

Velopedia Archive ID 34177

Overview

Model year1995
BrandSoftride
ModelQualifier 650C
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID34177
Original MSRP$1,789.95
ColorsRed
Sizes45 cm, 48 cm, 52 cm, 56 cm, 60 cm
Weight21 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded aluminum
Frame materialAlcoa 7005 aluminum
ForkKinesis USA
Fork materialAluminum, bonded, aero crown

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano 600 Ultegra
ShiftersShimano 600 SL 8-speed, down tube
Front derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra, bottom-pull/braze-on
Rear derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra
CranksetShimano 600 Ultegra, 42/53 teeth
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 21 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-A525 SPD (clipless)

Brakes

BrakesShimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 600 Ultegra levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Shimano 600 Ultegra
HandlebarKya
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemProfile
SaddleViscount Aurora
SeatpostSoftride Suspension Beam

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano 600 Ultegra
RimsMavic Open 4 CD, 28-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0 mm double butted
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire650 x 20c Continental Grand Prix
Wheel size650c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube580 mm
Head-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center380 mm
Wheelbase985 mm
Fork offset / rake38 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 8, 2026.