Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1997 Barracuda A2E · 1998 Barracuda A2E
| Specification | 1997 Barracuda A2E | 1998 Barracuda A2E |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1997 | 1998 |
| Brand | Barracuda | Barracuda |
| Model | A2E | A2E |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 64911 | 70541 |
| Original MSRP | $1,349.95 | $1,149.95 |
| Colors | Irish green flake/Audi pearl | Irish green/Audi pearl green |
| Sizes | 12", 14", 16", 18", 19" | 12", 14", 16", 18", 19" |
| Weight | 25 lb | 26 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Tange Ultimate Superlight | 7005 aluminum, butted |
| Fork | Rock Shox Indy SL | Rock Shox Indy SL |
| Fork material | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown | Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano Deore XT | Shimano Deore XT |
| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray | Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm | Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore XT SGS | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Crankset | Sugino White Industries III, 22/32/44 teeth | Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52, 113 mm spindle | Shimano BB-UN52, 110mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 73mm English | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Sachs SC-M55, 1/2 x 3/32" | Sachs SC-M55, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo WPD-800 clipless | Wellgo WPD-96A clipless |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Dia-Compe PC-12NA levers | Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Dia-Compe PC-12 levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset AL-2 | 1 1/8" threadless Aheadset Kontak AL-2 |
| Handlebar | JY 145D2 aluminum | Kore Lite |
| Handlebar extensions | Profile | 'Cuda aluminum |
| Stem | Cuda aluminum | Kore Lite 3D |
| Saddle | Selle San Marco Tecno Dynamica | Selle Italia Nitrox PD |
| Seatpost | Kalloy SP-258, 26.4 mm diameter | Kalloy SP-258, 26.4mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano Deore XT | Shimano Deore XT |
| Rims | Weinmann Tattoo Bleeding Heart, 32-hole | Syncros XLT, 32-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted | Richman stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.90" Hutchinson Rock XC | 26 x 1.90" Hutchinson Rock XC |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
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| Measurement | 1997 Barracuda A2E | 1998 Barracuda A2E |
|---|---|---|
| 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 mm | 416 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1070 mm | 1071 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 10, 2026.