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1998 Barracuda Urban Assault

Velopedia Archive ID 76154

Overview

Model year1998
BrandBarracuda
ModelUrban Assault
Bicycle typeCity/commuter
Archive ID76154
Original MSRP$499.95
ColorsBordeaux/sand
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialAluminum
ForkBarracuda
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Nexave
ShiftersShimano Nexave
Front derailleurShimano Nexave top-swing
Rear derailleurShimano Nexave
CranksetShimano Nexave, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN52
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-954A

Brakes

BrakesShimano Nexave modulated V brakes, Shimano Nexave levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless YST Geforce
HandlebarAluminum, rise
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAluminum
SaddleVelo VL-356
SeatpostAluminum, suspension, 26.4mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Shimano STX-RC, Rear: Shimano Deore LX
RimsAluminum, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire24 x 2.125" 'Cuda City
Wheel size24" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 9, 2026.