How many pieces does Shock Cycle have?

The set has 247 pieces, 54 of them different. No minifigures are included.

Which theme is it from?

It belongs to the Technic theme and was released in 1991.

What colours are the parts?

Mostly black, light grey, yellow and white. Exact quantities are in the parts list on this page.

Technic

LEGO® Shock Cycle

Shock Cycle is a 1991 Technic set with 247 pieces and no minifigures. Use this page for the full parts list and ideas on what else the same elements could build.

Set number: 8838
Year: 1991
Pieces: 247
Minifigures: 0
Theme: Technic
Different parts: 61

What can I build with it?

Parts list 61

As BrickLink list (XML)

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Spare parts (2)

These extra parts come with the set in case one gets lost.

Description

A Technic bike for tinkerers

The name points to a vehicle with suspension, and that is exactly what Technic is about: parts that move rather than just look good. At 247 pieces the set is modest in size, but a two-wheeler makes different demands from a car, because frame, wheels and steering have to work closely together. That makes the build more interesting than the piece count suggests and shows how much engineering can fit into a compact model. If you like Technic, it is a good way to watch how forces are spread through a frame.

Black, grey and a yellow accent

The palette is sober: black and light grey form the technical base, white adds contrast and yellow supplies the eye-catching splash that lifts the bike off the shelf. With 54 different parts among 247 elements, many types repeat, such as beams, axles and connectors. That keeps the parts list on this page easy to scan, and it is a good starting point if you want to plan modifications or set up a sorting system.

No rider, plenty of movement

No minifigures are included, because in Technic the vehicle takes centre stage. Once built, you can push the model along, test the suspension and watch how the structure responds. For collectors it is an example of early nineties Technic, for builders a playground: swap the wheels, alter the frame or rebuild the bike into an entirely different vehicle without needing any extra parts. A rider would hardly find room on such a slim body anyway.

Check parts, recombine

Use the parts list to check a second-hand set for completeness and to see exactly which colours appear in which quantities. “What can I build?” also tells you which other sets could be assembled from your stock. Technic elements are versatile and show up in many vehicles and machines, so it is worth seeing what you already can build and what a few extra parts would make possible. A small set can quickly become the starting point for new constructions from your stock.

FAQ

How many pieces does Shock Cycle have?: The set has 247 pieces, 54 of them different. No minifigures are included.
Which theme is it from?: It belongs to the Technic theme and was released in 1991.
What colours are the parts?: Mostly black, light grey, yellow and white. Exact quantities are in the parts list on this page.

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