Alex Moulton AM 8 1997 Technical specs and features

Brand Alex Moulton
Model AM 8
First production 1997
Bike category Folding
Bike sub-category Folding
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Parts And Accessories Alex Moulton AM 8 Parts   
Available Sizes - Standard size for everyone


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire17 X 1 1/4 (inches) Alex Moulton
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size17 (inches) Wheels
Brakeset type Shimano RX-100 Levers
Shimano RX-100 Dual Pivot Brakes
Hubs for disc brakesAM and Hope
Rims manufacturer 28-hole
Alex Moulton
Spoke nipples typeBrass Nipples
Spoke wheel 2.0 (millimeters) Straight Gauge
Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materialsReynolds 531
Frame typeBronze Welded
Handlebar constructionAluminum
Handlebar extenderNot Available
Handlebar stem detailsAlex Moulton
Headset size1 (inches)

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
Bottom bracket shell width68 (millimeters) English
Bottom bracket typeShimano BB-UN51
Crankset parts and sizes 52 Teeth
Stronglight 190
Gear shift leversShimano RX-100 Down-tube
Rear gear set 9 - 26 Teeth
8-speed

Alex Moulton AM 8 Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front)Not Available
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano RX-100 GS
Fork material Flat Crown
Reynolds 531
Fork typeMoulton Leading Link Suspension

Other Specs of Alex Moulton AM 8

Component group setsShimano RX-100
Available colors - Grey
Weight Not Available
Pedals detailsAluminum
Rear shock absorber 1.25 (inches) Travel
Alex Moulton Monosphere
Saddle seatSelle Royal Ergo
Seat post extensionAlex Moulton Stainless Steel


Alex Moulton AM 8 bike review

Alex Moulton produced the AM 8 bike in 1997 and can be classified as a Folding bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $4,000.00.
Alex Moulton Folding AM 8 can be found in one single color which is Grey.
This bike is equiped with 17 x 1 1/4" Alex Moulton tires and Stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Alex Moulton, 28-hole. Alex Moulton equiped this exact model with Shimano RX-100 Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano RX-100 levers braking system and AM/Hope hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Alex Moulton used Reynolds 531 material for the frame. Aluminum high strength material is used on the handlebar of this AM 8 to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Alex Moulton.
For the smoothest biking experience Stronglight 190, 52 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to 1/2 x 3/32" chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Alex Moulton, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano RX-100 down-tube gear shift levers.