Lightning Cycle Dynamics Recumbents
http://www.lightningbikes.com
With a pedigree stretching back to the 80s, and a string of trophies on their mantle, Lightning produces race- and tour-worthy recumbents. And they're FUN to ride...
| Model |
Type |
Purpose |
MSRP |
Details |
| 2008 Lightning P-38 |
SWB |
Touring, Brevets |
$3000 |
Details
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| 2008 Lightning P-38 XT |
SWB |
Touring, Brevets |
$3500 |
Details
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| 2008 Lightning P-38 Ultegra |
SWB |
Performance |
$3800 |
Details
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| 2008 Lightning Phantom |
SWB |
Recreational, touring, commuting |
$1495 |
Details
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2008 Lightning P-38
The classic P-38 is Lightning's flagship bicycle. Over 20 years old, and still going strong, the P-38 is a great all-around bike. Touring, racing, or even commuting; the P-38 does it all with aplomb.
Ask about the various available options, such as the fairing, suspended fork, or the Voyager suitcase modification for easy travel.
MSRP: $3000
Specs
- Frame - Nickel Silver brazed Multigauge CrMo space frame, available in S, M, L, or XL
- Seat - Ergofit bend, 7005 Aluminum frame. Nylon mesh back with fitted foam cushion.
- Steering - LCD Customlite Aluminum stem and drop bars
- Fork - Brazed 4130, Custom True Temper Taperlite Blades
- Colors - Azure Blue, Metallic Blue, Yellow, Metallic Green, Jet Black,Chrome Silver, Golden Guage, Crimson Red, White, Starlight Red
- Wheelbase - 41-45.5"
- Seat Height - 18-20"
- Weight - 22-26 lbs
- Fit - Rider heights 4'9"-6'8"
- Weight Limit - 160lbs (S), 200lbs (M), 220 lbs. (L), 250 lbs. (XL)
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- Bottom Bracket - Tektro SR
- Crankset - Shimano 105 Hollowtech 52/42/30
- Pedals -
- Cassette - Shimano LX 11-32, p-speed
- Gear inches - 24.5-125"
- F Derailler - Shimano 105
- R Derailler - Shimano Deore LX
- Shifters - Shimano Dura-Ace bar end shifters
- Brake Levers - Tektro SR
- Brakes - Avid Single Digit 7
- Wheels - Front 16" (Std on S and M), Front 20" (std on L and XL), rear 700c. Shimano Deore LX hubs and Sun Alloy CR18 rims
- Tires - City Jet, Panaracer Pasela
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MSRP: $3000
2008 Lightning P-38 XT
The P-38 XT possesses an upgraded component spec.
MSRP: $3500
Specs
- Frame - Nickel Silver brazed Multigauge CrMo space frame, available in S, M, L, or XL
- Seat - Ergofit bend, 7005 Aluminum frame. Nylon mesh back with fitted foam cushion.
- Steering - LCD Customlite Aluminum stem and drop bars
- Fork - Brazed 4130, Custom True Temper Taperlite Blades
- Colors - Azure Blue, Metallic Blue, Yellow, Metallic Green, Jet Black,Chrome Silver, Golden Guage, Crimson Red, White, Starlight Red
- Wheelbase - 41-45.5"
- Seat Height - 18-20"
- Weight - 22-26 lbs
- Fit - Rider heights 4'9"-6'8"
- Weight Limit - 160lbs (S), 200lbs (M), 220 lbs. (L), 250 lbs. (XL)
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- Bottom Bracket - Tektro SR
- Crankset - Shimano Ultegra Hollowtech 52/42/30
- Pedals -
- Cassette - SRAM 990 11-34, 9-speed
- Gear inches - 23-125"
- F Derailler - Shimano Ultegra Triple
- R Derailler - Shimano XT
- Shifters - Shimano Dura-Ace bar end shifters
- Brake Levers - Tektro SR
- Brakes - Avid Ultimate front, Avid Single Digit 7 rear
- Wheels - Front 16" (Std on S and M), Front 20" (std on L and XL), rear 700c. Shimano XT hubs and Sun Alloy CR18 rims
- Tires - City Jet, Panaracer Pasela
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MSRP: $3500
2008 Lightning P-38 Ultegra
The P-38 Ultegra possesses a top-of-the-line component spec.
MSRP: $3800
Specs
- Frame - Nickel Silver brazed Multigauge CrMo space frame, available in S, M, L, or XL
- Seat - Ergofit bend, 7005 Aluminum frame. Nylon mesh back with fitted foam cushion.
- Steering - LCD Customlite Aluminum stem and drop bars
- Fork - Brazed 4130, Custom True Temper Taperlite Blades
- Colors - Azure Blue, Metallic Blue, Yellow, Metallic Green, Jet Black,Chrome Silver, Golden Guage, Crimson Red, White, Starlight Red
- Wheelbase - 41-45.5"
- Seat Height - 18-20"
- Weight - 22-25 lbs
- Fit - Rider heights 5'2""-6'8"
- Weight Limit - 200lbs (M), 220 lbs. (L), 250 lbs. (XL)
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- Bottom Bracket - Dia Compe PC-7
- Crankset - Shimano Ultegra Hollowtech 52/42/30
- Pedals -
- Cassette - Shimano Ultegra 12-27, 9-speed
- Gear inches - 30-117"
- F Derailler - Shimano Ultegra Triple
- R Derailler - Shimano XT
- Shifters - Shimano Dura-Ace bar end shifters
- Brake Levers - Dia Compe PC-7
- Brakes - Shimano Ultegra Caliper
- Wheels - Front 20", rear 700c. Velocity hubs and rims
- Tires - Grand Prix 406-28, SS Ultra 700-25
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MSRP: $3800
2008 Lightning Phantom
The Phantom combines the design geometry and seat of the legendary P-38 with a strong Chromoly monotube construction.
Lightning engineers have designed into the Phantom a very comfortable ride, superb stopping and handling characteristics, a high cruising speed, and exceptional durability.
High-performance and convenience accessories such as a custom-designed fairing, seat bags, panniers and many accessories are available for the Phantom.
The Phantom is great for any club, recreational, touring, or commuting cyclist who wants a high performance, fun to ride, and very comfortable bike. It's perfect for short or long trips, and can race with the best of them.
MSRP: $1495
Specs
- Frame - TIG welded Multigauge CrMo, comes in Small and Large sizes
- Seat - Lightning Ergofit, TIG Welded 7005 Aluminum Frame
- Steering - Lockdown tilt steering w/ LCD custom drop bars
- Fork - LCD Tapergage Chromoly
- Colors - Sky Blue (S), Yellow (L)
- Wheelbase - 41-45"
- Seat Height - 19-21"
- Weight - 26.5 pounds (S), 28 pounds (L)
- Fit - Riders 5' - 5' 9" (S) , 5'7" - 6' 6" (L)
- Weight Limit - 200 lbs. (S), 250 lbs. (L)
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- Bottom Bracket - Tektro 903 AL
- Crankset - FSA forged alloy, 30x42x52, 170mm
- Pedals - Platform
- Cassette - Shimano Deore 11-34 9sp
- Gear inches - 23-120"
- F Derailler - Shimano Sora
- R Derailler - Shimano Deore
- Shifters - Shimano Dura-Ace bar end shifters
- Brake Levers - Tektro 903 AL
- Brakes - Tektro LH pull V-brakes
- Wheels - 16" front (S), 20" front(L), 26" rear. Deore hubs with Alex Y-2000 rims
- Tires - Primo Comets
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MSRP: $1495
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