Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1997 Barracuda A2R · 1995 Barracuda A2R
| Specification | 1997 Barracuda A2R | 1995 Barracuda A2R |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1997 | 1995 |
| Brand | Barracuda | Barracuda |
| Model | A2R | A2R |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension | Mountain bike, non-suspension |
| Archive ID | 67774 | 32051 |
| Original MSRP | $649.95 | $659.00 |
| Colors | Reflex blue flake/Audi pearl | Black/white |
| Sizes | 12", 14", 16", 18", 19" | 12", 14", 16", 18", 19" |
| Weight | 26 lb | 27 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded steel |
| Frame material | Chromoly, double-butted | Tange #2 double-butted |
| Fork | Barracuda Straight Blade | Cuda Design |
| Fork material | 4130 chromoly, unicrown crown | Tange chromoly, sloping crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano Deore XT | Shimano STX/Deore LX |
| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-600 | Grip Shift SRT-600 |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore LX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm | Shimano STX, top-pull |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore XT SGS | Shimano STX |
| Crankset | Sugino Impel 500, 22/34/44 teeth | Sugino Impel 300, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 113 mm spindle | — |
| BB shell width | 73mm English | — |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth |
| Chain | Sachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32" | KMC SS-90, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo LU-954 w/clips & straps | Alloy MTB w/clips and straps |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Dia-Compe PC-7 EXA levers | Dia-Compe 985c brakes, Dia-Compe PC-3 levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless YST CS558 | 1 1/8" Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST |
| Handlebar | JY 175HB aluminum | Cuda Design aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | Cuda one-piece aluminum | Not included |
| Stem | Cuda aluminum | Barracuda chromoly |
| Saddle | Vetta TT Tri-Shock, manganese rails | Barracuda / Velo |
| Seatpost | Kalloy SP-263, 26.4 mm diameter | Cuda Design alloy, 26.8 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Front: Shimano Deore LX, Rear: Shimano R080, silent clutch | Alloy Q/R / Shimano LX |
| Rims | Weinmann Zac 19, 32-hole | Sun Metal M-L20, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Richman stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge | Stainless steel, 2.0 mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.95" Hutchinson On The Rocks | 26 x 2.10" Panaracer Dart |
| Rear tire | — | 26 x 2.10" Panaracer Smoke |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
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| Measurement | 1997 Barracuda A2R | 1995 Barracuda A2R |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 416.6 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1060 mm | 1054.1 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 45 mm | 50.8 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 9, 2026.