Display measurement as: CentimetersInches
| A | Effective Frame Size | | A | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 60 | |
| B | Seat Tube Length CTT | | B | 47 | 49 | 51 | 53 | 55 | 57 | |
| C | Seat Tube Length CTC | | C | 43.5 | 45.5 | 47.5 | 49.5 | 51.5 | 53.5 | |
| D | Effective Top Tube | | D | 52 | 53.1 | 54 | 55 | 56.6 | 57.7 | |
| E | Actual Top Tube | | E | 50.30 | 52.17 | 52.17 | 53.15 | 54.63 | 55.67 | |
| F | Head Tube Angle | | F | 71 | 71.5 | 71.5 | 72 | 72 | 72.5 | |
| G | Head Tube Length | | G | 12.5 | 13.5 | 15 | 16 | 18 | 19.5 | |
| H | Chain Stay Length | | H | 40.5 | 41 | 41.2 | 41.5 | 41.8 | 41.8 | |
| I | Seat Tube Angle | | I | 75 | 74.5 | 74 | 73.5 | 73 | 72.5 | |
| J | Wheel Base | | J | 97.7 | 98.5 | 99.2 | 99.5 | 100.9 | 101 | |
| K | Front Center | | K | 58.4 | 58.7 | 59.1 | 59.2 | 60.3 | 60.3 | |
| L | Bottom Bracket Drop | | L | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | |
| M | Fork Rake | | M | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | |
| Weight lbs. | | | 3.06 | 3.15 | 3.27 | 3.31 | 3.42 | 3.48 | |
| Weight kgs. | | | 1.39 | 1.43 | 1.48 | 1.50 | 1.55 | 1.58 | |
Frame Material
» Van Nicholas custom drawn 3AL/2.5V Seamless Optiformed Titanium Tubing
Tubing Specifications
» Chain Stays: 25.4 x 0.9MM Seamless Optiformed Tubing
» Down Tube: 42mm x 0.9mm PG (39mm/45mm)
» Seat Stays: 17mm x 0.9mm Tapered
» Seat Tube: 32mm x 0.9mm PG
» Top Tube: Seamless Hydroformance Tubing
Component Sizing
» Frame Utilizes a 11/8" Threadless Head Set
» Frame Utilizes a 130mm Rear Axle Spacing
» Frame Utilizes a 27.2mm Seat Post Diameter
» Frame Utilizes a 31.8mm Clamp On Front Derailleur
» Frame Utilizes a 31.8mm Seat Collar
» Maximum 28-622 (700 x 28C) Tire Clearance
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Frame Features
» CNC machined & slotted integrated shifter cable guides with 8-point detent
» CNC machined 3-dimensional sculpted 7mm thick Titanium dropouts
» CNC machined 68mm English threaded bottom bracket
» CNC machined and sculpted chain stay bridge
» CNC machined and sculpted chainstay bridge
» CNC machined and tapered cable stops
» Exclusive, biaxial ovalized top tube creates a laterally stiff yet vertically compliant ride.
» Extended seat tube increases stand over height while creating a smaller and stiffer front triangle
» Optimal size specific tubing (Larger diameter tubing used on larger size frames).
» Van Nicholas chemicaly etched head tube badge
» WELDED water bottle Bosses; NO alloy pop-rivets.
Frame Finish
» Van Nicholas Hand Brushed Finish
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| Zephyr August | 2011 Van Nicholas Zephyr First Look: head-turning titanium machine from
Holland arrives at RCUK. This one’s a real eye catcher – not only
because of the hand-brushed titanium frame but also its sleek lines and
tube profiles.
Click here to read the complete review. | Zephyr
Nov | 2010
Designed on a fresh page to be the ultimate racing-sportive and mile
muncher, the Zephyr hits the ground running and immediately draws
attention with its futuristic frame and sleek tube shapes.
Click here to read the complete review. | Zephyr
Oct | 2010
Van Nicholas staat binnen fietsland synoniem voor meesters van titanium. Na jarenlange ervaring met deze legering
startte Jan-Willem Sintnicolaas zijn eigen merk: Van Nicholas.
Click here to read the complete review. |
Zephyr
Feb | 2008
Van Nicholas Zephyr: La Classe et le Style. Van Nicholas, un constructeur Hollandais nous avait tapé dans l’ceil l’ année derniere, lors de l’ Eurobike. Nous avons décidé de vous présenter l’un de leurs titanes qui ne manque…
Click here to read the complete review. |
VAN NICHOLAS LIFETIME WARRANTY
Van Nicholas will replace (not repair) any Titanium frame that fails due to manufacturer defects in materials or workmanship. Most companies have chosen to repair products that fail; this process however does not instil confidence in the product or company. This warranty is extended to the original retail purchaser according to the following conditions and limitations.
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TIME PERIOD
Warranty coverage on the bicycle frame extends for life as long as it remains owned by the original retail purchaser. Warranty coverage on any bicycle components purchased through Van Nicholas, while owned by the original retail purchaser, will be covered by the warranty stated by their original manufacturers.
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