Bicycle Archive ยท Specification reportBicycle Archive ยท Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 72516
| Model year | 1998 |
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| Brand | Vision |
| Model | VR40 Suspension |
| Bicycle type | Recumbent |
| Archive ID | 72516 |
| Original MSRP | $1,295.00 |
| Colors | Metallic teal, red |
| Sizes | Adjustable for rider height |
| Weight | 30.5 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame material | 2" DOM cromoly |
| Fork | Rigid or Ballistic suspension |
| Rear shock | Cane Creek, 3.5" travel |
| Component group | Shimano RSX |
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| Shifters | Shimano STX RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Suntour XC Pro, bottom-pull |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano RSX |
| Crankset | Suntour XC Ltd, 24/36/46 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano, 127.5mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | KMC SS-71, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo |
| Brakes | Dia-Compe brakes, Dia-Compe levers |
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| Headset | 1" YST 3002 |
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| Handlebar | Vision Above or Below seat |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A |
| Stem | Vision |
| Saddle | Nylon mesh |
| Seatpost | N/A |
| Hubs | Front: aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano RSX Q/R |
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| Rims | 32-hole |
| Spokes | Sapim stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | Front: 16" or 20" Vision HP, Rear: 26" Vision HP |
| 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 30, 2026.