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1997 Bianchi Super GL

Velopedia Archive ID 64605

Overview

Model year1997
BrandBianchi
ModelSuper GL
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID64605
Original MSRP$3,449.00
ColorsCeleste
Sizes17.5", 20"
Weight25.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum, butted
ForkRock Shox Judy SL
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockCane Creek AD-8, 3.5" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano XTR 950
ShiftersShimano XTR RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano XTR top-swing, bottom-pull
Rear derailleurShimano XTR SGS
CranksetShimano XTR, 24/34/46 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-M950, 112.5 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed titanium, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsTime carbon/titanium

Brakes

BrakesShimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano XTR levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Pro WCS
HandlebarTitec 118 titanium
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemTitec T-Slot chromoly
SaddleTitec Berserker
SeatpostTitec C191, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano XTR
RimsMavic 211 SUP CD, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" Michelin Wild Gripper Lite-S kevlar
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube572 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center440 mm
Wheelbase1095 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 26, 2026.