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1998 Cannondale H500

Velopedia Archive ID 77131

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	Cannondale
Model	H500
Bicycle type	Hybrid
Archive ID	77131
Original MSRP	$650.99
Colors	Kiwi, super black
Sizes	16", 18", 20", 22"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	6061 T6 aluminum
Fork	Cannondale
Fork material	Chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Hybrid Mix
Shifters	Sachs Power Grip Plus
Front derailleur	Shimano STX-RC top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano STX-RC
Crankset	CODA CF, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-LP27
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
Chain	Sachs PC-41, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Wellgo LU-955A

Brakes

Brakes	Lee Chi TX22 brakes, Lee Chi LC26 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" Tange-Seiki SE-II
Handlebar	Steel hi-rise
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Chromoly
Saddle	Coda 500
Seatpost	Kalloy SP-263B, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano STX-RC
Rims	Sun Rims AT18, 36-hole
Spokes	DT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	700 x 38c IRC Grip Glide
Wheel size	700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	581.7 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	75°
Chainstay / rear center	431.8 mm
Wheelbase	1079.5 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 29, 2026.