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2004 Cannondale Scalpel 900

Velopedia Archive ID 30901

Overview

Model year2004
BrandCannondale
ModelScalpel 900
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID30901
Original MSRP$1,999.99
ColorsBlack, SoBe Team Replica
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialAluminum/carbon fiber
ForkHeadshok Lefty DLR
Fork materialAluminum, unicrown crown
Rear shockFox Float L

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore LX RapidFire
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT
CranksetShimano Deore, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-M520 SPD

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore M525 hydraulic disc brakes, Shimano Deore M525 hydraulic levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/2" threadless Cannondale HeadShok SI
HandlebarCannondale Fire
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemCannondale HeadShok SI
SaddleFi'zi:k Plateau, chrome-moly rails
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Cannondale Lefty, Rear: Cannondale Fire Disc
RimsMavic XM 117 Disc, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, straight gauge
Front tire26 x 2.10" Continental Explorer Pro
Wheel size26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 1, 2026.