Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1996 KHS Montana Sport · 1998 KHS Montana Sport
| Specification | 1996 KHS Montana Sport | 1998 KHS Montana Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1996 | 1998 |
| Brand | KHS | KHS |
| Model | Montana Sport | Montana Sport |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 57832 | 70606 |
| Original MSRP | $319.00 | $299.00 |
| Colors | Green, silver | Black/blue fade, titanium |
| Sizes | 13", 15", 17", 19" | 13", 15", 17", 19", 21", womens 17" |
| Weight | 28.5 lb | 30.3 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded steel | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Chromoly/hi-tensile steel | Chromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel |
| Fork | Spinner | RST 260 |
| Fork material | Chromoly/hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown | Chromoly, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano Alivio | Shimano Altus |
| Shifters | Shimano Altus EZ Fire | Shimano Altus EZ Fire Plus |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm | Shimano Tourney TY-30, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Alivio | Shimano Altus |
| Crankset | Tracer, 24/34/42 teeth | Shimano Tourney TY-30, 28/38/48 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Tien Hsin TH-M1, 115 mm spindle | Victor VPB-33, 120mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 13 - 28 teeth | 7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32" | KMC Z-51, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Victor VP-893N | Xerama SP-892N |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano Altus brakes, Shimano Altus levers | Shimano Altus brakes, Shimano Altus levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1" Tien Hsin TH-390 | 1" Victor VP-H733 |
| Handlebar | Wei Hau ATB-2 | Kalloy |
| Handlebar extensions | HL MT-11R | Not included |
| Stem | Wei Hau ATB-160-2 | Hsin Lung MTS 309 |
| Saddle | Velo VL-195 | Velo VL-289-2 |
| Seatpost | Kalloy SP-242, 25.6 mm diameter | Kalloy SP-242, 26.0mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | — | King Kong 381 |
| Rims | Weinmann 519, 36-hole | HJC P-GN aluminum, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge | Shuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.95" Cheng Shin C-1027 | 26 x 1.95" Innova IA-2005 |
| 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 KHS Montana Sport | 1998 KHS Montana Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 70° | 70° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1055 mm | 1037 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 45 mm | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 15, 2026.