The 1989 model year was the only year Panasonic offered aluminum frames in the U.S. The AL-7000 was the entry level model with Shimano Sport LX group while the AL-9000 received the Shimano 105 group. Both frames were the same aside from color.
Frame:
Bonded Aluminum Frame, lostwax head, seat and B.B. lugs, forged aluminum ends
Fork/Headset:
Tange Cr-Mo unicrown, forged ends and Shimano 105 sealed head set
Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
Shimano 105 Biopace 52/42T
Pedals:
Shimano 105
Derailleurs/Shifters:
Shimano 105
Saddle/Seatpost:
Selle Italia Turbo / SR CRE-100 seat post
Brakes:
Shimano 105 alloy side pull, with 105 SLR aero levers
Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Shimano 105 with Araya CTL-370, alloy, super hard anodized
Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Shimano 105 with Araya CTL-370, alloy, super hard anodized
Added by PBVM. Last updated over 6 years ago.