Velopedia Bicycle Archive
1998 Barracuda Urban Assault
City/commuter bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.
- Original MSRP
- $499.95
- Sizes
- Large, medium, small, xlarge
- Colors
- Bordeaux/sand
- Archive ID
- 76154
Current market
Checking current listings…Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Fork | Barracuda |
| Fork Material | Chromoly, unicrown crown |
| Rear Shock | N/A |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Shimano Nexave |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano Nexave |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Nexave top-swing |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Nexave |
| Crankset | Shimano Nexave, 28/38/48 teeth |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-UN52 |
| BB Shell Width | 68mm English |
| Rear Cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo LU-954A |
Brakes
| Brakes | Shimano Nexave modulated V brakes, Shimano Nexave levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless YST Geforce |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Aluminum, rise |
| Handlebar Extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Aluminum |
| Saddle | Velo VL-356 |
| Seatpost | Aluminum, suspension, 26.4mm diameter |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Front: Shimano STX-RC, Rear: Shimano Deore LX |
|---|---|
| Rims | Aluminum, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke Nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front Tire | 24 x 2.125" 'Cuda City |
| Wheel Size | 24" wheels |
Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.