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1998 AMP Research B4 F3XC (03)

Velopedia Archive ID 78250

Overview

Model year1998
BrandAMP Research
ModelB4 F3XC (03)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID78250
Original MSRP$1,540.00
ColorsBall-Burnished, Candy Apple Red
SizesLarge, medium, small, xsmall

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialAlcoa Alcalyte 6013 T6 aluminum
ForkAMP Research F3 XC
Fork materialAlcoa Alcalyte 6013 T6 aluminum, linkage crown
Rear shockAMP Research, 3.0" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX
ShiftersShimano STX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano STX top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano STX cantilever brakes, Shimano STX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Aheadset
HandlebarControl Tech aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemControl Tech
SaddleVetta TT
SeatpostControl Tech or Thomson, 31.6mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano STX
RimsMavic 238
Front tireBuyer's choice
Wheel sizeBuyer's choice wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube574 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center426.7 mm
Wheelbase1066.8 mm
Fork offset / rake57.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 22, 2026.