Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1994 Barracuda A2E · 1997 Barracuda A2E
| Specification | 1994 Barracuda A2E | 1997 Barracuda A2E |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1994 | 1997 |
| Brand | Barracuda | Barracuda |
| Model | A2E | A2E |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 15013 | 64911 |
| Original MSRP | $999.00 | $1,349.95 |
| Colors | — | Irish green flake/Audi pearl |
| Sizes | 12", 14", 16", 18", 19" | 12", 14", 16", 18", 19" |
| Weight | 26.75 lb | 25 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded steel | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Tange Prestige chromoly, oversize | Tange Ultimate Superlight |
| Fork | SR DuoTrack 9001 suspension | Rock Shox Indy SL |
| Fork material | — | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | — | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano STX SE | Shimano Deore XT |
| Shifters | Shimano STX SE Rapidfire Plus w/Optical Gear Display | Grip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX SE | Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX SPECIAL EDITION | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano STX SE, 24/34/42 teeth | Sugino White Industries III, 22/32/44 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | — | Shimano BB-UN52, 113 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | — | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | HP-70 Narrow | Sachs SC-M55, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Cuda 260g sealed bearing, Chromica finish, w/clips, Cuda CR22 | Wellgo WPD-800 clipless |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano STX SE brakes, levers | Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Dia-Compe PC-12NA levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | — | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset AL-2 |
| Handlebar | Cuda INFINITE ADJUST. - SILVER 330mm;Shimano STX SPECIAL EDITION 32 | JY 145D2 aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | — | Profile |
| Stem | Onza OZ120 | Cuda aluminum |
| Saddle | Cuda design alloy, Ahead stem, Cuda 2014 alloy silvr | Selle San Marco Tecno Dynamica |
| Seatpost | Onza OZ 120 | Kalloy SP-258, 26.4 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Cuda | Shimano Deore XT |
| Rims | Cuda alloy | Weinmann Tattoo Bleeding Heart, 32-hole |
| Spokes | — | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted |
| Spoke nipples | — | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | Onza Oz 120 | 26 x 1.90" Hutchinson Rock XC |
| Wheel size | — | 26" wheels |
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| Measurement | 1994 Barracuda A2E | 1997 Barracuda A2E |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 70.5° | 70.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 416.1 mm | 416 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1066.8 mm | 1070 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 10, 2026.