High Performance Racing Recumbent Bikes By Bacchetta - Carbon Aero

2006 Bacchetta Carbon Aero

The Carbon Aero is Bacchetta's pride and joy. A recumbent bike that’s built for speed, it features cutting edge technology that you will not find from any other recumbent bike manufacturer. From its IsoGrid Carbon Monocoque frame, to its 47" wheelbase, this recumbent features high performance concepts that could only be built by Bacchetta, the undisputed leader in performance recumbent bicycles!

All of Bacchetta's recumbent bikes are designed to be the best. The Carbon Aero however, has the distinction of being the best of the best in the performance recumbent bicycle market. This bent has the need for speed and it's just waiting for you to take it on the road!

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CarbonAero Specifications

Frame IsoGrid Carbon Monocoque w/Bifusion Titanium Lugs
Wheelbase 47"
Fork Bacchetta Carbon Johnson, Aluminum Steer
Handlebar Bacchetta Aluminum "Tweener", Black Anodized
Stem “Stiffy” Riser with BFT Headset Adjuster
Riser Bacchetta Top Load
Headset FSA, 1" Threadless
Bottom Bracket Mega Exo Integrated
Crank FSA SLK Carbon Triple; 53/39/30
Chain SRAM PC59
Front Derailleur Shimano Ultegra Triple
Rear Derailleur Shimano Ultegra
Cassette IRD, 9 Speed, 11-28
Shifters Sram Rocket Shorty grip shifters
Brakes Bacchetta Dual Pivot Road w/KOOLSTOP pads
Brake Levers Avid Speed Dial SL
Front Wheel Alex 320 DX Tri, 650c
Rear Wheel Alex 320 DX Tri, 650c
Front Tire Vredestein Fortezza, 571 x 23c, 145 psi
Front Tire Vredestein Fortezza, 571 x 23c, 145 psi
Pedals N/A
Seat Bacchetta Carbon Hard Shell Seat
Seat Options Bacchetta EuroMesh
Color Black carbon w/clear coat
Sizes Medium/Large
Weight 21 lbs

Frame Sizes

Medium Fits normal proportioned rider from 5'6" to 6'2"
Large Fits normal proportioned rider from 6'0" to 6'6"
Weight Limit 230 lbs*

Accessories Back Rack, (OFA), Brain Box
*Weight limit is rider plus any extra gear.  This includes, bags, water, tools, tubes, tires, etc.