Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 69137
| Model year | 1997 |
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| Brand | Cannondale |
| Model | M500 |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension |
| Archive ID | 69137 |
| Original MSRP | $596.99 |
| Colors | Black, red |
| Sizes | 14", 16", 18", 20", 22" |
| Weight | 25.5 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
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| Frame material | 6061 T6 aluminum |
| Fork | Cannondale |
| Fork material | Chromoly, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-400i |
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| Front derailleur | Shimano Alivio top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX |
| Crankset | Shimano Altus, 24/34/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 118 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Sachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo LU-955A w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | Dia-Compe VC-2 brakes, Tektro RBP-365A levers |
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| Headset | 1" Tange-Seiki SE-II |
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| Handlebar | CODA Performance |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Chromoly |
| Saddle | Coda 700 |
| Seatpost | Kalloy SP-263, 27.2 mm diameter |
| Hubs | Shimano RM-40 |
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| Rims | Sun Rims AT18, 36-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" IRC Mythos XC |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 571.5 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 431.8 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1056.6 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 45.7 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.