Bicycle Archive ยท Specification reportBicycle Archive ยท Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 65443
| Model year | 1997 |
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| Brand | Vision |
| Model | R40 A/E (01) |
| Bicycle type | Recumbent |
| Archive ID | 65443 |
| Original MSRP | $1,025.00 |
| Colors | Burgundy, metallic teal |
| Sizes | Adjustable for rider height |
| Weight | 29.5 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame material | 4130 chromoly |
| Fork | Vision |
| Fork material | 4130 chromoly, sloping crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano RSX |
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| Shifters | Sachs Power Grip Plus |
| Front derailleur | Suntour XC Pro, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano RSX GS |
| Crankset | Suntour XC Comp, 28/38/48 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-CS11, 127 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | Dia-Compe VC-2 brakes, Tektro RBP-286A levers |
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| Headset | 1" YST 541AE |
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| Handlebar | Custom |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A |
| Stem | N/A |
| Saddle | Vision nylon mesh |
| Seatpost | N/A |
| Hubs | Front: aluminum quick release, Rear: Shimano RSX |
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| Rims | Front: Alesa 319, Rear: Sun Rims L18, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Sapim stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | Front: 16 x 1 3/8" Vision HP, Rear: 26 x 1.75" Specialized Fat Boy |
| Wheel size | Front: 16", Rear: 26" wheels |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 29, 2026.