The Lightning R-84 Di2
World’s most advanced bicycle
Made in the USA
- Super fast effortless shifting with Shimano’s revolutionary Di2 electric shift components
- Internal cable routing and Di2 battery joins the already slippery R-84 frame and seat for lowest wind resistance possible!
- Super stiff yet light bladder-molded Unibox mega oversize R-84 frame, not wimpy round tubes
- Super rigid integrated seat attachment increases power transfer.
- Exclusive patented Swing Stay rear suspension integrated with the frame for unmatched ride comfort
- New for 2013 on all R-84s — Shimano press fit bottom bracket saves even more weight
Read more about Lightning Midracers here.
Check out the video of Lightning’s Cyber Test Ride.
The Lowdown on High Performance
Lightning strikes again with the super light suspended 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 II for even more aerodynamic advantage.
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.
“This bike accelerates and climbs great!”
John Howard, Twice Olympic team rider, Ironman winner
Lightning R-84 Di2 specifications
| Di2 XT NEW | Di2 XTR | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight* | 20 to 22 pounds | 19 to 21 pounds |
| Rider weight limit | Lightweight: 160 pounds; Standard: 210 pounds; Heavy Duty: 250 pounds | |
| Height | 40 inches | |
| Length | 63 to 75 inches | |
| Width | 20 inches | |
| Seat height | 18 inches with mesh seat; 17 inches carbon Midracer seat | |
| Seat back angle | 50 to 58 degrees (mesh seat); 35 to 40 degrees (carbon Midracer seat) | |
| Wheelbase | 42 to 47 inches | |
| Frame | Molded carbon fiber Unibox, oversize aluminum bottom bracket assembly and seat stay | |
| Fork | Lightning carbon | |
| Rear suspension | Swing-stay spring/elastomer mechanism, 1 inch of travel | |
| Braze-ons | Water bottle (1) | |
| Finish | Catalyzed urethane | |
| Frame color | Clear coated natural carbon | |
| Stem and bars | Custom oversize aluminum stem, 22.2 mm (⅞-inch) drop handlebars | |
| Ergomesh seat | Patent-pending Ergofit bend with 7005 TIG welded, oversize aluminum frame and nylon mesh webbing. | |
| Midracer carbon seat | Hand laid up woven carbon fabric/epoxy resin seat with integrated aluminum bar frame attachment fittings. Ventilated plastic honeycomb type seat pad with fitted aerodynamic cover. | |
| Chain idlers | Machined Delrin with precision sealed bearing, aluminum bolts | |
| Gear Range | 23 to 123 inches (compact chainrings) 26 to 130 inches (standard chainrings) |
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| Bottom bracket | Lightning Carbon integrated, ABEC5 sealed bearings | Lightning Carbon integrated, ABEC5 sealed bearings |
| Crankset | Lightning carbon integrated 160 to 180 mm arms, with 34×50 or 39×53 BOR E-Shift chainrings | |
| Cassette | Shimano XT 11 sp, 11 to 40 | Shimano XTR 11 sp, 11 to 40 |
| Front der. | XT Di2 | XTR Di2 |
| Rear der. | XT Di2 | XTR Di2 |
| Chain | KMC X-11 | KMC X-11SL hollow pin |
| Shifters | Di2 Climbing | |
| Brakes | Ultegra Dual Pivot | FSA K-Force Dual Pivot, Carbon pads |
| Brake levers | SRAM Carbon Aero internal routing | |
| Hubs | Velocity | HED |
| Front rim | Velocity A23 20″, 20 spokes | HED Jet Carbon, 24 bladed spokes |
| Front tire | Schwalbe Durano 28-406 (20×1.1), 110 psi | Schwalbe Durano 28-406, 120 psi |
| Rear rim 700c | Velocity A23, 24 spokes, M, L, XL Mesh seat | HED Jet Carbon, 24 bladed spokes |
| Rear rim 650c | Velocity A23, 24 spokes, Midracer seat | HED Jet Carbon, 24 bladed spokes |
| Rear tire | Continental Super Sport Plus, 120 psi | Continental 4000 Folding, 120 psi |
| Headset | Diatech (carbon fork), Chris King (suspension fork) | |
| Options | Zzipper fairing, seat bag, mirror (see Accessories page for prices) | |
* Weights with mesh seat; carbon seat add .75 pounds.
R-84 Di2 prices and ordering information
| Di2 Ultegra, Velocity wheels | $8,850 | |
| Di2 XTR, HED wheels | $12,200 | |
| S-2 suspension fork upgrade | add | $450 |
Accessory prices and ordering information
See also our Accessories page.
| Handlebar bag | Buy now! |
| Slip on seat bag | Buy now! |
| Hydration bladder | Buy now! |
| Chainring disc only | Call |
| Chainring disc and chain guard tube | Call |
| Cycle computer | Buy now! |
| Fenders | Buy now! |
| Kickstand, for Phantom and P-38 | Buy now! |
| Mirror | Buy now! |
| Rear rack | Buy now! |
| Panniers | Buy now! |
| Pedal extenders | Buy now! |
| Quick Adjust Kit/Chain Tensioner | Buy now! |
| Shorts | Buy now! |
| T-Shirts | Buy now! |
| Zzipper Fairing | Buy now! |
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California residents add sales tax of 8.25%
Framesets
For details on framesets, check the frameset page.
The R-84 Di2 is custom built to order and available with either the Ergomesh seat or Ergospeed carbon Midracer seat.
To place an order, contact your closest Lightning dealer, or the factory.