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1999 BikeE NX 5.0

BikeE Introduces the Next Generation

BikeE NX 5.0

New BikeE NX Suspension Road Bicycle Sets Benchmark for Speed, Comfort and Innovation in a Recumbent.

Speed, comfort and the latest in bicycle drivetrain technology is now included on the BikeE NX 5.0.

The 16-speed BikeE NX 5.0 utilizes BikeE's award winning suspension design with geometry specific to the performance cyclist. Components on the NX include the Mountain Drive 2-speed internal bottom bracket, Hayes disc brakes, 8-speed SRAM drivetrain, sealed bearing hubs, new five-way adjustable Sweet-Seat and a Cane Creek AD5 air shock absorber. New on the NX is an adjustable/interchangeable handlebar. The BikeE NX is designed to have the same speed potential as a high-end conventional road bike with the fun and comfort BikeE has become famous for.

A key design goal in the BikeE NX 5.0 was to create a recumbent that would put to rest the myth that a recumbent does not perform as well as a conventional bike. By lowering the weight, widening the gear range and improving the components, the NX has achieved that goal.

Available in Anodized Green, the NX is ideal for riders seeking the same speed potential as a high-end conventional road bike with the fun and comfort BikeE has become famous for.

Options: Two frame sizes: standard for riders to 6'3", extra long (XL) for riders up to 6'9" and heavier riders over 6'1". The XL frame is ideal for average height riders wishing more rear frame carrying capacity or room for a frame-mounted rack.


1999 Specifications
Dimensions:
Wheelbase: 50" (127cm) Std., 54" (142cm) XL
Length: 69" (175cm) Std., 73" (185cm) XL
Seat Height: 26-27" (66cm)
Weight: 28 lbs (12.7 kg)
Frame: Custom extruded aluminum mainframe with powder-coated cromoly fork and chainstay
Colors: Green Frame/Silver Components
Bar/Stem: Interchangeable Handlebar with Top Loading Stem
Seat Frame: Cromoly
Wheels: 16x13/8(37-349mm), 20x13/8(37-451mm) Sun M14A
Front Tire: 16x13/8(37-349mm)
Primo Comet
Rear Tire: 20x13/8(37-451mm)
Primo Comet
Drivetrain: Sram ESP 9.0 and
Schlumpf Mtn. Drive 2-speed bottom bracket
Derailleur: Rear Sram ESP 9.0
Shifters: Rear - Sram ESP 9.0
Crankset: Schlumpf 2-speed Mtn. Drive. 36T
Cluster: 8 spd. - 11-30T
Rear Hub: Hayes Compatible - sealed 8 spd.
Disc Brake Compatible/QR
Front Hub: Hayes Disc - sealed Brake/QR
Disc Brake Compatible
Gear Range
16 - speed
26-112 gear inches
Components:
Headset: Aheadset OS 11/4"
Brakes: Hayes Hydraulic Disc
Brakes - frt./rear
Seat: BikeE Sweet Seat
Custom contour cushion
adjustable mesh
extended seat back

 

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