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1998 Barracuda XX FX

Velopedia Archive ID 75033

Overview

Model year1998
BrandBarracuda
ModelXX FX
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID75033
Original MSRP$2,499.95
ColorsBlack/yellow/red
SizesLarge, medium, small
Weight35.8 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialEaston Elite
ForkBullet USA Zzyzx
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, double triple-clamp crown
Rear shockCane Creek AD-5, 3.8"/6.22" adjustable travel

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano XTR RapidFire SL
Front derailleurAdventure Components chainguide
Rear derailleurShimano XTR SGS
CranksetAdventure Components Downhill, 46 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN72, 116mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC-M55, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-313

Brakes

BrakesHayes Hydraulic Disc Brake System brakes, Hayes levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Adventure Components
HandlebarKore Torsion Elite
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemKore Elite
SaddleVuelta Bomber DH-3
SeatpostKore Elite II, 30.0mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsHayes
RimsVuelta Downhill, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" Hutchinson Coyote DH
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube585 mm
Head-tube angle70.5°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center430 mm
Wheelbase1080 mm

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