The Americano has established the standard for what a touring bike should be; An entirely new breed of bicycle that handles epic self-supported expeditions without even breaking a sweat. Now you can choose the drive train that best fits your vision for touring anywhere in the world.
Optimized for 700c wheels and 28 - 37mm tires
Reliable and Tough exclusive Reynolds 725 tubing
Steel uni-crown touring fork
Proven Co-Motion touring geometry
Rack/ fender mounts and three bottle mounts
Mechanical disc brakes and hand-built touring wheels
Choose from 2x11 speed, Rohloff or Pinion drivetrain options
"I had ample opportunity to test the wind bucking ability of the Americano Pinion. The combination of low and centalized center of gravity give the bike superior into the wind and crosswind performance. The perfect fit also supported the comfort needed to go 90+ miles into an insane wind and/or rain from Tucson, AZ to Nogales, Mexico on day 1 of my trip. The even spacing of the gears kept me as efficient and effective as possible." Dave B.
"After 19 to 20 months of owning and riding a Co-Motion Americano for nearly 8000 miles, it's still the best bike I have ever purchased. It has proven to be dependable, consistent, well balanced, and can endure some harsh punishment." Paul R.
Drivetrain Options - What Drives You?
You've decided which Co-Motion is right for your kind of riding. Did you know we're also the
leader in drivetrain options? These are the drivetrain options for the Americano.
View the in-depth gearing details below.
Shimano Ultegra R8000 2x11 speed
Derailleur drive trains are lightweight, smooth operating and very efficient
This double ring 11-speed kit features Shimano's ergonomic STI shift/brake levers and new R8000 derailleurs for a wide gear range
Americano 2x11 kit offers a 23.8" low, 112.9" high gear
Rohloff Speedhub / Gates Carbon Drive
The most reliable, widest range internal gear hub on the market
All mechanical parts sealed from the weather, very little maintenance required
Gates Carbon Belt Drive for grease-free bliss
Fourteen evenly spaced gears for a 524% total range
Americano Rohloff has a 19.1" low, 100.2" high gear
Pinion P1.18 Gearbox / Gates Carbon Drive
Revolutionary new 18spd bicycle transmission from Germany
Extremely low maintenance, with entire gearing mechanism sealed inside
Mounted at the center of the frame for a balanced feel
Uses a lightweight single speed rear wheel
An industry leading 636% overall gear range
Gates Carbon Belt Drive for grease-free bliss
Americano Pinion 18 has a 17.2" low, 109.4" high gear
Gear Inches-
The descriptions above refer to gear inches for comparison purposes. The term refers to the effective equivalent wheel diameter per pedal stroke. For example, if you're pedaling the Divide Pinion in first gear, each full pedal stroke will produce the equivalent of one wheel revolution of a 17.2" wheel, while the highest gear will produce the equivalent rotation of a 109.4" wheel.
Drivetrain: Pinion crank/ Gates CenterTrack drive belt & rings
Wheels: Hand-built with Velocity rims/ 32h Industry9 hubs 12x142 TA rear and 15x110 TA front
Americano Geometry Table
Frame Size
A - Top Tube (cm)
B - Seat Tube (cm)
C - Head Tube (mm)
D - Chainstay (mm)
E - Seat Tube Angle
F - Fork Span (mm)
G - Head Tube Angle
H - Fork Rake (mm)
I - BB Drop (mm)
J - Standover (cm)
K - Wheelbase (cm)
L - Stack (mm)
M - Reach (mm)
46 cm
50 cm
52 cm
54 cm
56 cm
58 cm
60 cm
62 cm
51.5
52
53
53.5
54.5
56.5
58
58.5
43
47
49
51
53
55
57
59
125
125
145
155
165
185
205
225
450
450
450
450
450
450
450
450
75.5°
75°
74.5°
74°
73.5°
73°
73°
72.5°
396
396
396
396
396
395
396
396
69.5°
70°
70.5°
70.5°
71°
71°
71°
71°
55
55
55
55
55
55
55
55
74
74
74
74
74
74
74
74
71
73.9
75.4
77.1
79
80.8
82.6
84.6
105
105
104.5
105
105
106.5
108
108
547
549
570
579
589
609
627
648
374
373
372
369
370
379
388
381
Custom Paint Options
Opaque Paint Options Also known as non-metallic, or solid colors, Opaque finishes offer a strong rich color for a classic and traditional look.
A timeless paint option
for your custom Co-Motion.
Metallic Paint Options Tiny metallic or mica particles reflect light and add showroom depth and shine, making your custom Co-Motion frame stand out with a custom look.
Premium Paint Options Pearl and Candy finishes add showroom shine or understated elegance.Choose custom combinations to add a distinctive appearance for your Co-Motion.
Decal Choices Our available decal colors are shown above. These ink-only decals are sealed into your frame between
the applied color and the final clearcoat.
Two Color Fade Fade two colors from Top to Bottom or Front to Back for a unique finish. Choose any two colors from the same swatch of Opaque, Metallic or Pearlescent.
Panels Painted panels on the seat-tube and down-tube add a classic look to a bike. Choose any Opaque or Metallic paint for the panels and frame/fork color.
TEAM Logos Our TEAM Logo option is a custom reverse-masking process in which the logos are painted on the frame, as opposed to applied decals, for a bold, colorful appearance
Custom Colors Can't find the perfect color for your new steed? Don't worry, we can match almost any car color using our Sikkens automotive paint system. Give us a call to discuss options.
Silca Frame Pump The Impero Ultimate frame pump. This American-made pump fits perfectly under the top tube of your frame and delivers full volume and reliability.
Custom Name Decals Add custom text like a name, quote or phrase to your bike using Black or White paint. This is a custom reverse masking and will be protected by the clear coats on top.
Accessories & Options
Custom Sizing We have the experience, tools,
materials, and knowledge to create
the best fitting bicycle for a
modest charge over the cost of
a standard frame size.
Co-Pilot (S+S Couplers) The incredible threaded stainless steel S+S coupler enables your Co-Motion to fit into airline checkable
luggage. Option includes spanner wrench, cable splitters.
Polished Couplers This time intensive 3 stage
polishing process will bring your S&S
couplers to a beautiful and durable
shiny luster. Available only with
the Co-Pilot couplers option.
Stainless Steel Dropouts Add elegance and durability to your frame with these polished dropouts made from 17-4 stainless steel. *Included on Rohloff and Pinion equipped builds.
Crater Lake Badge Crater Lake N.P. antiqued silver head tube badge featuring Wizard Island. Crater Lake is a natural wonder, the deepest lake in the USA and one of the most pristine.
Lighthouse Badge Lighthouse antiqued silver badge for straight head tubes. Reminiscent of the Heceta Head Lighthouse on the Oregon coast just 70 miles from the Co-Motion factory.
Metal Head Tube Badge Classic Co-Motion logo metal
head tube badge. These can
be applied to both tapered and
straight head tubes. A great
classic look for your new bike.
Pathfinder Package Schmidt SON dynamo hub, superb Schmidt Edelux II headlight, and Sinewave Cycles Reactor USB top cap charger for your USB-powered devices.
Kickstand Mount If you plan to mount a kickstand to your Co-Motion, this is the best way to do it. We have two options depending on the drivetrain you choose.
Steer Stopper The SteerStopper helps stabilize your front wheel when loading panniers, making repairs, or when placing your bike on a car rack. Includes custom frame mount.
Decal Choices
TEAM Logos
