This LandRider bike was made by Venture Cycles between 2000 and 2002. Its key feature is an Auto-Shift rear derailleur that automatically shifts gears when the pedal rotation speed changes. Take a look at this bike’s derailleur in action. Here it is explained on one of my favorite YouTube channels.
This bike is a super comfortable urban cruiser with a relaxed geometry, low entry frame, front shocks, and a suspended seatpost. It is still a very capable bike with a 14-speed drivetrain and sturdy 26″ wheels that will do well on and off roads. MSRP: $600. For more information, refer to the original owner’s manual.
I restored this bike for Marck.
Original Components
- Frame: step-through 15″ steel frame
- Fork: suspended fork
- Seatpost: Suspended Seat Post
- Stem: 130mm adjustable
- Crankset: Double Chain Ring with chainguard 36/44 Teeth
- Wheels: 26″ mountain wheels
- Tires: 26×1.95″ Kenda universal street tires
- Freewheel: 7-speed
- Chain: KMC Z narrow
- Front derailleur: Shimano
- Rear Derailleur: Auto-Shift 7-speed
- Shifter: SRAM GripShift Max, 2-speed
- Pedals: Plastic Platform
- Saddle: LandRider dual spring comfort leather gel