Roland C-280 2001 Technical specs and features

Brand Roland
Model C-280
First production 2001
Bike category Commuter
Bike sub-category Comfort Commuter
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Parts And Accessories Roland C-280 Parts   
Available Sizes - 14 (inches) / 35.56 (cm)
- 14 (inches)
- 16 (inches) / 40.64 (cm)
- 16 (inches)
- 18 (inches) / 45.72 (cm)
- 18 (inches)
- 20 (inches) / 50.8 (cm)
- 20 (inches)
- 22 (inches) / 55.88 (cm)
- 22 (inches)
- womens 16 (inches)


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire26 X 1.95 (inches) Kenda K-847
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size26 (inches) Wheels
Brakeset type Tektro 385A Levers
Tektro 824A Linear-pull Brakes
Hubs for disc brakes Q and R
Aluminum
Rims manufacturer 36-hole
Alex Aluminum
Spoke nipples typeBrass Nipples
Spoke wheel 1.8 (millimeters) Straight Gauge
Shuhn Lih Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials Oversized
Chromoly
Frame typeBrazed and welded
Handlebar constructionAluminum High-rise
Handlebar extenderNot Available
Handlebar stem details Adjustable
Aluminum
Headset size1 1/8 (inches) Steel

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain 1/2 X 1/8 (inches)
KMC
Bottom bracket shell width68 (millimeters) English
Bottom bracket type 115 (millimeters) Spindle
Tien Hsin BB-7420
Crankset parts and sizes 28/38/48 Teeth
Shimano Tourney TY-30
Gear shift leversShimano C101
Rear gear set 14 - 34 Teeth
7-speed

Roland C-280 Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front) Top-pull and clamp-on 31.8 (millimeters)
Shimano Tourney TY-32
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano C101 Rapid-Rise
Fork material Unicrown Crown
Chromoly and hi-tensile Steel
Fork typeUni-Crown

Other Specs of Roland C-280

Component group setsHybrid Mix
Available colors - Silver
Weight 27.0
Pedals detailsResin
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seatVelo Plush
Seat post extension Suspension
Aluminum


Roland C-280 bike review

Roland produced the C-280 bike in 2001 and can be classified as a Commuter bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $249.00.
C-280 bike is available in many sizes such as 14 (inches), 16 (inches), 18 (inches), 20 (inches), 22 (inches) and womens 16 (inches).
Roland Commuter C-280 can be found in one single color which is Silver.
This bike is equiped with 26 x 1.95" Kenda K-847 tires and Shuhn Lih stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Alex aluminum, 36-hole. Roland equiped this exact model with Tektro 824A linear-pull brakes, Tektro 385A levers braking system and Aluminum, Q/R hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Roland used Chromoly, oversized material for the frame. Aluminum high-rise high strength material is used on the handlebar of this C-280 to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Aluminum, adjustable.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano Tourney TY-30, 28/38/48 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to KMC chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Roland, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano C101 gear shift levers.