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1997 Bianchi Grizzly RC

Velopedia Archive ID 65726

Overview

Model year1997
BrandBianchi
ModelGrizzly RC
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID65726
Original MSRP$2,099.00
ColorsFerrari red
Sizes15", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialDedacciai Zero
ForkRock Shox Judy XC
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT top-swing, bottom-pull
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetWhite Industries, 20/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsTime ATAC Carbon

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tange
HandlebarTitec Enduro 141
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemTitec T-Slot chromoly
SaddleTitec Berserker, titanium rails
SeatpostTitec aluminum, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: White Industries Tracker, Rear: Shimano Deore XT
RimsMavic 220, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" Michelin Wild Gripper Lite
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube575 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Wheelbase1073 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 28, 2026.