Univega Boralyn R8.8 1994 Technical specs and features

Brand Univega
Model Boralyn R8.8
First production 1994
Bike category Road
Bike sub-category Road Race & Triathlon
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Parts And Accessories Univega Boralyn R8.8 Parts   
Available Sizes - 49
- 51
- 53
- 55
- 57
- 59
- 61


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire700 X 19c Vittoria Zefir
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size700c Wheels
Brakeset type Levers
Shimano 600 Ultegra Brakes
Hubs for disc brakesShimano 600 Ultegra
Rims manufacturer 32-hole
Mavic Open 4 CD
Spoke nipples typeNot Available
Spoke wheelNot Available

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials Boralyn
Metal Matrix Composite
Frame typeWelded Metal Matrix Composite
Handlebar construction3TTT Grand Prix
Handlebar extenderNot Available
Handlebar stem detailsConcept Butted Chromoly
Headset sizeNot Available

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chainShimano HG
Bottom bracket shell widthNot Available
Bottom bracket typeNot Available
Crankset parts and sizes 39/53 Teeth
Shimano 600 Ultegra
Gear shift leversShimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control
Rear gear set 12 - 21 Teeth
8-speed

Univega Boralyn R8.8 Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front)Shimano 600 Ultegra
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano 600 Ultegra
Fork materialNot Available
Fork type Formula
Ovalized
Aluminum

Other Specs of Univega Boralyn R8.8

Component group setsShimano 600 Ultegra STI
Available colors - Not found
Weight Not Available
Pedals detailsShimano PD-6500 600 Ultegra SPD
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seat Vanadium Rails
Vetta TT
Seat post extensionConcept Tricor Alloy


Univega Boralyn R8.8 bike review

Univega produced the Boralyn R8.8 bike in 1994 and can be classified as a Road bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $2,099.00.
Boralyn R8.8 bike is available in many sizes such as 49 , 51 , 53 , 55 , 57 , 59 and 61 .
Univega Road Boralyn R8.8 can be found in one single color which is Not found.
This bike is equiped with 700 x 19c Vittoria Zefir tires while the rims are manufactured by Mavic Open 4 CD, 32-hole. Univega equiped this exact model with Shimano 600 Ultegra brakes, levers braking system and Shimano 600 Ultegra hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Univega used Metal matrix composite, Boralyn material for the frame. 3TTT Grand Prix high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Boralyn R8.8 to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Concept butted chromoly.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano 600 Ultegra, 39/53 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano HG chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Univega, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control gear shift levers.