Lightning R-84 1994 VS Merlin RSR 1998 specs comparison
Lightning R-84
General InfosModel | R-84 |
Manufacturer | Lightning |
Year of production | 1994 |
Current price | Check price Here ==> |
Color choice | -Not found |
Sizes | - Large - xlarge |
Sizes | - Large - xlarge |
Wheels And Breaking System
Bike front tire | Rear: ContintentalFront: Moulton |
Bike rear tire | Not Available |
Bike wheel size | Not Available |
Brakeset type | LeversMathauser Hydraulic Brakes |
Hubs for disc brakes | Phil Wood Cassette |
Rims manufacturer | 16-hole and 32-holeSun Metal M-13L |
Spoke nipples type | Not Available |
Spoke wheel | Not Available |
Frame and Body Specs
Frame materials | Carbon Fiber |
Frame type | One-piece Carbon Fiber |
Handlebar construction | Lightning Welded Aluminum |
Handlebar extender | Not Available |
Handlebar stem details | Lightning Oversize Aluminum |
Headset size | Not Available |
Gearing Specifications
Bicycle chain | Sedis SL |
Bottom bracket shell width | Not Available |
Bottom bracket type | Not Available |
Crankset parts and sizes | 36/55 TeethBullseye |
Gear shift levers | Grip Shift CX-DT |
Rear gear set | 12 - 21 Teeth7-speed |
Lightning R-84 Fork System Data
Derailleur (Front) | Suntour XC PRO MD |
Derailleur (Rear) | Suntour XC PRO MD |
Fork material | Not Available |
Fork type | Lightning S-2 Suspension |
Other Specs of Lightning R-84
Component group sets | Not Available |
Pedals details | Bryne X and 1 |
Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
Saddle seat | Aluminum Rails Nylon Mesh CoverLighting Ergofit |
Seat post extension | Not Available |

Merlin RSR
General InfosModel | RSR |
Manufacturer | Merlin |
Year of production | 1998 |
Current price | Check price Here ==> |
Color choice | -Brushed |
Sizes | - 53 cm (centimeters)- 55 cm (centimeters)- 57 cm (centimeters)- 59 cm (centimeters) |
Wheels And Breaking System
Bike front tire | 700 X 23c Michelin Hi Lite Super Comp |
Bike rear tire | Not Available |
Bike wheel size | 700c Wheels |
Brakeset type | Shimano 105SC LeversShimano 105SC Dual Pivot Brakes |
Hubs for disc brakes | Shimano 105SC |
Rims manufacturer | 32-holeMavic Reflex SUP |
Spoke nipples type | Alloy Nipples |
Spoke wheel | 2.0 (millimeters) Double-buttedWheelsmith Stainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specs
Frame materials | 3Al and 2.5V Titanium and G4 Titanium |
Frame type | TIG-welded |
Handlebar construction | TTT Forma |
Handlebar extender | Not Available |
Handlebar stem details | TTT Synthesis |
Headset size | 1 (inches) Shimano 105SC |
Gearing Specifications
Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)Shimano CN-HG70 |
Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
Bottom bracket type | 103 (millimeters) SpindleShimano BB-CS11 |
Crankset parts and sizes | 39/53 TeethShimano 105SC |
Gear shift levers | Shimano 105SC STI Dual Control |
Rear gear set | 12 - 25 Teeth8-speed |
Merlin RSR Fork System Data
Derailleur (Front) | Bottom-pull and clamp-on 35.0 (millimeters)Shimano 105SC |
Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano 105SC GS |
Fork material | Aero CrownAluminum |
Fork type | Kinesis |
Other Specs of Merlin RSR
Component group sets | Shimano 105SC |
Pedals details | Optional |
Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
Saddle seat | Titanium RailsSelle San Marco Strada |
Seat post extension | 27.2 (millimeters) DiameterAmerican Classic |
Useful links and guides ....
- To know more about this exacte bike, Lightning provided us with the latest version of its R-84 bike manual
- Find All parts, tires and accessories of Lightning R-84 Road here
- Get your Merlin RSR manual book version yo know further about this bike
- Saddles, tires And mechanical parts for Merlin RSR Road here