The Lightning R-84
World's Lightest Recumbent - 18 lbs*
The Lowdown on High Performance
R-84
2x9P-38 Velocity 2x9
- Lightning carbon cranks with compact 34x50 gearing.
- XT or XTR 11-34 rear cassette and derailleur
- Wider gear range than road triple with greatly reduced weight
- Average riders can climb grades up to 12%
Lightning strikes again with the super light dual-suspension R-84. The sub 3 pound frame is aerospace grade carbon fiber, titanium, and oversized aluminum. The seat is positioned a bit lower than the P-38 and Phantom for even more aerodynamic advantage.
An F-40 fairing can be added to create the most technically advanced high performance bike available!
Can this light bike climb hills? Better than any other recumbent. Take a look at the video on our Cyber Test Page. Because of its lightweight design and aero components, the R-84 will even outperform the F-40 in very hilly areas or on rides that are mostly climbing. If the course is 50% near-flat terrain, the F-40 will be faster; in very steep hills (over 5% average grade), the R-84 will have the advantage.
"This bike accelerates and climbs great!"
- John Howard
Twice Olympic team rider, Ironman winner
F-90 chassis
Lightning's Cyber Test
Ride: see downloadable video clips or order the full video
tape of Lightning bikes in action on the road, on tour and in
races.
*Medium size lightweight frame with Dura Ace components
Lightning R-84 Specifications
| Model |
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| Weight | 19 - 21 lbs. |
18 - 20 lbs. |
| Rider weight limit |
Lightweight: 160 pounds |
|
| Height |
40" |
|
| Length | 63 - 75" |
|
| Width | 20" |
|
| Seat Height | 18" |
|
| Seat Back Angle | 50-58 degrees |
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| Wheelbase | 42 - 47" |
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| Frame | Molded carbon fiber Unibox, oversize aluminum bottom bracket assembly & seat stay | |
| Fork | Lightning S-2 Aluminum/ Chromoly, 1.5" travel | |
| Rear Suspension | Swing-stay spring/elastomer mechanism, 1" travel | |
| Braze-on’s | Water bottle (1), aluminum cable guides | |
| Finish | Catalyzed Urethane | |
| Frame Color | Clear coated natural carbon. | |
| Stem and Bars | Custom Oversize Aluminum Stem, Heliarc welded to 22.2 mm (7/8 inch) drop handlebars | |
| Seat | Patented Ergofit with TIG welded, oversize aluminum frame and nylon mesh webbing | |
| Chain Idlers | Machined Delrin with precision sealed bearing, aluminum bolts | |
| Crankset | Lightning Carbon integrated, 34x50, 160 to 180 mm |
Lightning Carbon integrated, 34x50, 160 to 180 mm, |
| Gear Range | 27 - 123 in. |
|
| Cassette | Shimano XT 9 sp, 11-34 | Shimano XTR 9 sp 11-34 |
| Pedals | Optional | Optional |
| Front Der. | Ultegra Triple | Dura-Ace Triple |
| Rear Der. | Shimano XT | Shimano XTR |
| Shifters | Shimano Dura-Ace Bar End | Shimano Dura-Ace Bar End 9 or 10 speed |
| Brakes | Ultegra Dual Pivot | Dura-Ace Dual Pivot |
| Brake Levers | Dia Compe PC-7 | Dia Compe PC-7 |
| Hubs | Velocity | Dura-Ace |
| Front Rim | Velocity Fusion 20", 20 bladed spoke | Velocity Fusion 20", 16 bladed spokes |
| Front Tire | Schwalb Durano 28-406, 120 psi | |
| Rear Rim | Velocity Fusion, 24 bladed spokes | Dura-Ace OC, 20 bladed spokes |
| Rear Tire | Continental Ultra, 700x25, 120 psi | Continental 4000 Folding, 700x25, 120 psi |
| Chain | KMC X-9 | KMC X-9SL hollow pin |
| Headset | Chris King | |
| Bottom Bracket | Lightning Carbon integrated, ABEC5 sealed bearings |
Lightning
Carbon integrated, ABEC5 Ceramic bearings |
| Options (see options page for prices) | Zzipper fairing, seat bag, mirror | |
Pricing
| Description | MSRP |
|---|---|
| R-84 Ultegra | $ 6200 |
| R-84 SL | $ 7000 |
| Frameset (includes headset) |
$ 4200 |
| Hayes Disc Brake for R84 Frameset | $250 |
Framesets
For details on framesets, check the frameset page.
The R-84 is custom built to order. To place an order, contact
your closest Lightning dealer, or the factory.
