Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1996 Barracuda A2M · 1998 Barracuda A2M
| Specification | 1996 Barracuda A2M | 1998 Barracuda A2M |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1996 | 1998 |
| Brand | Barracuda | Barracuda |
| Model | A2M | A2M |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 56621 | 76009 |
| Original MSRP | $899.95 | $849.95 |
| Colors | Silver/red fade | Midnight black/Audi pearl |
| Sizes | 10", 12", 14", 18", 19" | 12", 14", 16", 18", 19" |
| Weight | — | 27.3 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | Welded aluminum | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Barracuda 7005 Dihedral double-butted aluminum | 7005 aluminum, butted w/replaceable derailleur hanger |
| Fork | Barracuda | Answer Manitou Pro |
| Fork material | Chromoly, forged dropouts, unicrown crown | Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano Deore XT | Mountain Mix |
| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray | Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm | Shimano Deore XT top-swing |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore XT SGS | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Crankset | Sugino Impel 500, 22/32/42 teeth | Shimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle | Shimano BB-UN52, 110mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Taya Pro Extreme, 1/2 x 3/32" | Sachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Fasten NWL-90K w/clips & straps | Wellgo WPD-800 clipless |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano Deore LX M-System brakes, Dia-Compe PC-7N levers | Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Dia-Compe PC-12 levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2 | 1 1/8" threadless YST Geforce |
| Handlebar | Barracuda butted alloy | JY 145HB aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | Barracuda alloy one-piece | 'Cuda aluminum |
| Stem | Kalloy | Kore Lite 3D |
| Saddle | Vetta TT Tri-Shock, manganese rails | Selle Italia Expedia |
| Seatpost | Kalloy SP-248 | 'Cuda aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | — | Shimano Deore LX |
| Rims | Sun Metal CRE16, 32-hole | Vuelta Vision, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Ta Sen stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge | Richman stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.90" Hutchinson | 26 x 1.95" Hutchinson Chameleon |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1996 Barracuda A2M | 1998 Barracuda A2M |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 70.5° | 70.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 416.6 mm | 416 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 1071 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | — | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 9, 2026.