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1996 Vision R-45E

Velopedia Archive ID 52678

Overview

Model year1996
BrandVision
ModelR-45E
Bicycle typeRecumbent
Archive ID52678
Original MSRP$2,500.00
ColorsBlack, Buyer's choice, dark blue, green, light blue, red, silver, white
SizesAdjustable for rider height:5' to 6'7"
Weight23.7 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly
ForkVision
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano 600 Ultegra
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-600
Front derailleurSuntour XC-Pro, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetCook Bros. RS, 28/42/50 teeth
Bottom bracketCurve/Kinex, 118 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
ChainKMC SS-90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-A550 RX-100

Brakes

BrakesSuntour XC-Pro brakes, Suntour XC-Pro levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" YST Racing
HandlebarVision above or below seat
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemCustom
SaddleVision nylon mesh
SeatpostN/A

Wheels & tires

RimsSun Metal M14A, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tireFront: 20 x 1.50" Haro Holeshot, Rear: 26 x 1.00" Specialized Turbo S
Wheel sizeFront: 20", Rear: 26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Head-tube angle69°
Wheelbase914.4 mm
Fork offset / rake29.2 mm

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