American Flyer Z-1 1997 Technical specs and features
| Brand | American Flyer |
| Model | Z-1 |
| First production | 1997 |
| Bike category | Road |
| Bike sub-category | Road Race & Triathlon |
| Bike Pricing | See price on Amazon |
| Parts And Accessories | American Flyer Z-1 Parts |
| Available Sizes | - 49 cm (centimeters)- 51 cm (centimeters)- 53 cm (centimeters)- 55 cm (centimeters)- 57 cm (centimeters)- 59 cm (centimeters) |
Wheels And Breaking System
| Bike front tire | 650 X 20c Continental Grand Prix |
| Bike rear tire | Not Available |
| Bike wheel size | 650c Wheels |
| Brakeset type | Shimano 600 Ultegra LeversShimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot Brakes |
| Hubs for disc brakes | Shimano 600 Ultegra |
| Rims manufacturer | 32-holeHED J-2 |
| Spoke nipples type | Alloy Nipples |
| Spoke wheel | 1.8 (millimeters) BladedWheelsmith Stainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specifications
| Frame materials | Tapered With 6Al and 4V Titanium3Al and 2.5V Titanium |
| Frame type | TIG-welded |
| Handlebar construction | Syntace Stratos |
| Handlebar extender | Syntace C-2 |
| Handlebar stem details | Salsa Chromoly |
| Headset size | 1 (inches) Shimano 600 Ultegra |
Gearing Specs
| Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)Taya Pro Extreme |
| Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
| Bottom bracket type | 111 (millimeters) SpindleShimano BB-UN71 |
| Crankset parts and sizes | 39/53 TeethShimano 600 Ultegra |
| Gear shift levers | Shimano 600 Ultegra Down-tube |
| Rear gear set | 11 - 21 Teeth8-speed |
American Flyer Z-1 Fork System Data
| Derailleur (Front) | Bottom-pull and braze-onShimano 600 Ultegra |
| Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano 600 Ultegra |
| Fork material | Aero CrownCarbon Fiber Composite |
| Fork type | Kestrel EMS |
Other Specs of American Flyer Z-1
| Component group sets | Shimano 600 Ultegra |
| Available colors | - Brushed |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Pedals details | Optional |
| Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
| Saddle seat | CarbonSelle Royal Eclipse |
| Seat post extension | 27.2 (millimeters) DiameterSyncros Pro Series Aluminum |
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American Flyer Z-1 bike review
American Flyer produced the Z-1 bike in 1997 and can be classified as a Road bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $2,350.00.Z-1 bike is available in many sizes such as 49 cm (centimeters), 51 cm (centimeters), 53 cm (centimeters), 55 cm (centimeters), 57 cm (centimeters) and 59 cm (centimeters).
American Flyer Road Z-1 can be found in one single color which is Brushed.
This bike is equiped with 650 x 20c Continental Grand Prix tires and Wheelsmith stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by HED J-2, 32-hole. American Flyer equiped this exact model with Shimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 600 Ultegra levers braking system and Shimano 600 Ultegra hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride American Flyer used 3Al/2.5V titanium, tapered with 6Al/4V titanium material for the frame. Syntace Stratos high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Z-1 to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Salsa chromoly.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano 600 Ultegra, 39/53 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Taya Pro Extreme chain that is easily replaceable as stated by American Flyer, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano 600 Ultegra down-tube gear shift levers.