Lightning R-84 2001 Technical specs and features
| Brand | Lightning |
| Model | R-84 |
| First production | 2001 |
| Bike category | Recumbent |
| Bike sub-category | Recumbent |
| Bike Pricing | See price on Amazon |
| Parts And Accessories | Lightning R-84 Parts |
| Available Sizes | - Large - medium - xlarge |
Wheels And Breaking System
| Bike front tire | Rear: 700 X 25c Continental Grand Prix KevlarFront: 20 X 1.00 (inches) Continental Grand Prix Kevlar |
| Bike rear tire | Not Available |
| Bike wheel size | Rear: 700c WheelsFront: 20 (inches) |
| Brakeset type | Ritchey LeversCampagnolo Daytona Dual Pivot Brakes |
| Hubs for disc brakes | Campagnolo Daytona |
| Rims manufacturer | Rear: Camagnolo VentoFront: Sun Rims ME14A |
| Spoke nipples type | Brass Nipples |
| Spoke wheel | BladedCampagnolo Stainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specifications
| Frame materials | Carbon Fiber Composite |
| Frame type | Monocoque |
| Handlebar construction | Lightning Drop |
| Handlebar extender | Not Available |
| Handlebar stem details | Aluminum |
| Headset size | 1 1/4 (inches) Shimano Deore XT |
Gearing Specs
| Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)Campagnolo Daytona |
| Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
| Bottom bracket type | 118 (millimeters) SpindleCampagnolo Daytona |
| Crankset parts and sizes | 30/42/52 TeethCampagnolo Daytona |
| Gear shift levers | Campagnolo Daytona Ergo |
| Rear gear set | 11 - 26 Teeth9-speed |
Lightning R-84 Fork System Data
| Derailleur (Front) | Bottom-pull and braze-onCampagnolo Daytona |
| Derailleur (Rear) | Campagnolo Daytona |
| Fork material | Unicrown Crown4130 Chromoly |
| Fork type | 1.6 (inches) TravelLightning S-2 |
Other Specs of Lightning R-84
| Component group sets | Campagnolo Daytona Triple |
| Available colors | - Clear coated natural carbon |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Pedals details | Optional |
| Rear shock absorber | 1.0 (inches) TravelLightning Swing-Stay |
| Saddle seat | Aluminum FrameLightning Ergofit |
| Seat post extension | Not Available |
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Lightning R-84 bike review
Lightning produced the R-84 bike in 2001 and can be classified as a Recumbent bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $5,200.00.R-84 bike is available in many sizes such as Large , medium and xlarge .
Lightning Recumbent R-84 can be found in a few colors, among these colors Clear coated natural carbon .
This bike is equiped with Front: 20 x 1.00" Continental Grand Prix kevlar tires and Campagnolo stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Front: Sun Rims ME14A, Rear: Camagnolo Vento. Lightning equiped this exact model with Campagnolo Daytona dual pivot brakes, Ritchey levers braking system and Campagnolo Daytona hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Lightning used Carbon fiber composite material for the frame. Lightning Drop high strength material is used on the handlebar of this R-84 to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Aluminum.
For the smoothest biking experience Campagnolo Daytona, 30/42/52 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Campagnolo Daytona chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Lightning, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Campagnolo Daytona Ergo gear shift levers.