- Frame
- Chromoly/hi-tensile steel
- Groupset
- Shimano Altus C90
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Key differences
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- Gearing
1996 Research Dynamics Coyote Two has a 14% lower climbing ratio than 1997 Research Dynamics Coyote Two.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.86:1Highest3.50:1Total range408%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest1.00:1Highest3.43:1Total range343%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
1996 Research Dynamics Coyote Two
1997 Research Dynamics Coyote Two
Overview
Model Year
1996
1997
Brand
Research Dynamics
Research Dynamics
Model
Coyote Two
Coyote Two
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, non-suspension
Mountain bike, non-suspension
Original MSRP
$295.00
$259.00
Colors
Dark blue
Red/black fade, Silver
Sizes
12.5", 15.5", 17.5", 18.5", 19.5"
12.5", 15.5", 17.5", 18.5", 19.5"
Weight
29.9 lb
29.6 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded steel
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Chromoly/hi-tensile steel
Hi-tensile steel
Fork
RD 26
Research Dynamics
Fork Material
Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Altus C90
Shimano Tourney TY-22
Shifters
Grip Shift MRX-100
Grip Shift MRX-100
Front Derailleur
Suntour FD-XR15, bottom-pull
Shimano Tourney TY-30, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shimano Altus
Crankset
SR CW-XR15, 24/34/42 teeth
Prowheel S-355, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
YST, 122 mm spindle
YST BB 612, 122.5 mm spindle
BB Shell Width
68mm English
68mm English
Rear Cogs
7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
Chain
KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Wellgo LU-895
Fasten NW-99B
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro 860A brakes, Tektro 371AP levers
Guan Chih N888P brakes, Guan Chih N394BP levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1" YST 622
1" YST 663EB
Handlebar
Jae Chen ATB-11
Hsin Lung MTB 110
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Meng Jing ATB-130S
Jye Chen JC80U
Saddle
Velo VL-161
Velo VL-218
Seatpost
Kalloy SP-05, 26.4 mm diameter
Kalloy SP-200, 25.4 mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
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Front: Jou Yu JY-414 Q/R, Rear: Joy Tech JY-434
Rims
Kin Lin RT-6n, 36-hole
HJC P-GN aluminum, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
Brass nipples
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" Kenda K-816
26 x 2.10" Super East 117
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Head-tube angle
70°
70°
Seat-tube angle
73°
73°
Chainstay / rear center
436.9 mm
436.9 mm
Wheelbase
1054.1 mm
1092.2 mm
Fork offset / rake
47 mm
45.7 mm
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run. Legacy reference geometry is model-level historical data whose corresponding frame size is not identified; compare those dimensions as reference values rather than size-normalized fit data.