Powerlite P-38 Lightening 1999 Technical specs and features
Brand | Powerlite |
Model | P-38 Lightening |
First production | 1999 |
Bike category | BMX |
Bike sub-category | BMX |
Bike Pricing | Check price Here ==> |
Parts And Accessories | Powerlite P-38 Lightening Parts |
Available Sizes | - Mini |
Wheels And Breaking System
Bike front tire | 20 X 1 3/8 (inches) Powerlite Retro-Tread |
Bike rear tire | Not Available |
Bike wheel size | 20 (inches) Wheels |
Brakeset type | Tektro Linear-pull Rear Levers Tektro Linear-pull Rear Brakes |
Hubs for disc brakes | Powerlite |
Rims manufacturer | 28-hole Weinmann Mini Zac |
Spoke nipples type | Brass Nipples |
Spoke wheel | 1.8 (millimeters) Straight Gauge Steel |
Frame and Body Specifications
Frame materials | 4130 Chromoly Main Triangle and hi-tensile Steel Rear Stays |
Frame type | Welded |
Handlebar construction | Powerlite Jr. BMX |
Handlebar extender | Not Available |
Handlebar stem details | Alloy |
Headset size | 1 (inches) Threadless Aheadset |
Gearing Specs
Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 1/8 (inches) |
Bottom bracket shell width | Not Available |
Bottom bracket type | Sealed Cartridge |
Crankset parts and sizes | 40 Teeth 3-piece Aluminum |
Gear shift levers | Not Available |
Rear gear set | 16 Teeth 1-speed |
Powerlite P-38 Lightening Fork System Data
Derailleur (Front) | Not Available |
Derailleur (Rear) | Not Available |
Fork material | Unicrown Crown Chromoly |
Fork type | Powerlite |
Other Specs of Powerlite P-38 Lightening
Component group sets | Not Available |
Available colors | - Chrome-Plated |
Weight | Unspecified |
Pedals details | Alloy Platform |
Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
Saddle seat | Uni Mini |
Seat post extension | 22.2 (millimeters) Diameter Aluminum |
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Powerlite produced the P-38 Lightening bike in 1999 and can be classified as a BMX bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $249.99.
Powerlite BMX P-38 Lightening can be found in a few colors, among these colors Chrome-Plated .
This bike is equiped with 20 x 1 3/8" Powerlite Retro-Tread tires and Steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Weinmann Mini Zac, 28-hole. Powerlite equiped this exact model with Tektro linear-pull rear brakes, Tektro linear-pull rear levers braking system and Powerlite hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Powerlite used 4130 chromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays material for the frame. Powerlite Jr. BMX high strength material is used on the handlebar of this P-38 Lightening to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Alloy.
For the smoothest biking experience 3-piece aluminum, 40 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to 1/2 x 1/8" chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Powerlite.