Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 73767
| Model year | 1998 |
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| Brand | Barracuda |
| Model | A2R |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 73767 |
| Original MSRP | $699.95 |
| Colors | Reflex blue pearl/Audi pearl |
| Sizes | 12", 14", 16", 18", 19" |
| Weight | 28 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Chromoly, double-butted |
| Fork | Answer Manitou Spyder |
| Fork material | Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Mountain Mix |
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| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-600 |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore LX top-swing, top-pull |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52, 110mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Sachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo LU-945A w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | Avid 1D-20 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless YST Geforce |
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| Handlebar | JY 175HB aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | 'Cuda aluminum |
| Stem | JY-905 |
| Saddle | Selle Italia XO |
| Seatpost | 'Cuda aluminum micro-adjust, 26.4mm diameter |
| Hubs | Shimano Deore LX |
|---|---|
| Rims | Vuelta Vision, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Richman stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.90" Hutchinson On The Rocks |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 572 mm |
|---|---|
| Head-tube angle | 70.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 416 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1071 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 24, 2026.