Bicycle Archive · Specification report1993 KHS Montana Comp · 1998 KHS Montana Comp
| Specification | 1993 KHS Montana Comp | 1998 KHS Montana Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1993 | 1998 |
| Brand | KHS | KHS |
| Model | Montana Comp | Montana Comp |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension | Mountain bike, non-suspension |
| Archive ID | 40428 | 70856 |
| Original MSRP | $689.00 | $699.00 |
| Colors | — | Merlot purple |
| Sizes | 15, 17, 19, 21 | 15", 17", 19", 21" |
| Weight | 24.9 lb | — |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded steel | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | True Temper AVR | True Temper Gold |
| Fork | Spinner SPM-725 XTV-S | Spinner |
| Fork material | — | Chromoly/hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | — | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano Deore DX Rapidfire Plus | Mountain Mix |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore LX Rapidfire Plus | Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore DX | Shimano Deore LX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore DX | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore LX, 28/38/48 teeth | Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | — | Shimano BB-UN52, 110.5mm spindle |
| BB shell width | — | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG50 | KMC SS-82, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Victor 338A | Power Tools clipless |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano Deore LX brakes, levers | Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | — | 1 1/8" threadless Tioga |
| Handlebar | HL Zoom 170 | Hsin Lung aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | — | Power Tools |
| Stem | HL MTS 18800 | Power Tools |
| Saddle | Bontrager | Velo VL-229 |
| Seatpost | Kalloy SP-264 | Polygon PM-936A, 26.8mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano Deore LX | Front: King Kong 535, Rear: Shimano Deore LX |
| Rims | Bontrager BCX-2, 32-hole | Mavic 221, 32-hole |
| Spokes | — | Shuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | — | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | Panaracer Dart | 26 x 2.10" IRC Mythos XC kevlar |
| Rear tire | Panaracer Smoke | — |
| Wheel size | — | 26" wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1993 KHS Montana Comp | 1998 KHS Montana Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 72° | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 72° | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 424.2 mm | 425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1031.2 mm | 1066 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm | 42 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 10, 2026.