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1997 Barracuda A2ZS · 1998 Barracuda A2ZS

Specification1997 Barracuda A2ZS1998 Barracuda A2ZS
Overview
Model year19971998
BrandBarracudaBarracuda
ModelA2ZSA2ZS
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspensionMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID6017778001
Original MSRP$599.95$549.95
ColorsGrape flake/Audi pearlGrape flake/Audi pearl, silver/gloss black
Sizes10", 12", 14", 16", 18", 19"10", 12", 14", 16", 18", 19"
Weight28 lb—
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum7000 aluminum w/replaceable derailleur hanger
ForkRock Shox Quadra 5Rock Shox Indy C
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crownAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano STXMountain Mix
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400iShimano STX-RC RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mmShimano Alivio top-swing
Rear derailleurShimano STXShimano STX-RC
CranksetSugino Impel 200, 24/34/42 teethShimano Alivio, 24/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketYST BB 969, 122.5 mm spindleShimano BB-LP26
BB shell width73mm English68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC-20, 1/2 x 3/32"Sachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-933A w/clips & strapsWellgo LU-933S
Brakes
BrakesShimano AceraX M-System brakes, Dia-Compe SS-8 leversShimano STX-RC V-Brake brakes, Dia-Compe PC-7 EXA levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless YST CS5581 1/8" threadless YST Geforce
HandlebarJY 230HB aluminumSteel
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemKalloy aluminumAluminum
SaddleVetta SESelle Italia Tieffe
SeatpostPolygon PM-312, 31.6 mm diameter'Cuda aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsShimano AceraXShimano STX-RC
RimsRigida LASER, 32-holeVuelta Vision, 32-hole
SpokesRichman stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gaugeStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Hutchinson On The Rocks26 x 1.90" Hutchinson Chameleon
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1997 Barracuda A2ZS1998 Barracuda A2ZS
Selected size / positionLegacy reference—
Head-tube angle70.5°—
Seat-tube angle73.5°—
Chainstay / rear center416 mm—
Wheelbase1070 mm—
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm—

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 9, 2026.