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1997 Dean Duke XC (05)

Velopedia Archive ID 64114

Overview

Model year1997
BrandDean
ModelDuke XC (05)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID64114
Original MSRP$3,280.00
ColorsBrushed
SizesLarge, medium, small
Weight23.75 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material3Al/2.5V titanium
ForkAnswer Manitou SX
Fork materialAluminum, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockStratos Strata, 1.25" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT/LX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetShimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN72, 107 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG70, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

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

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset
HandlebarDean aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemDean aluminum
SaddleSDG 2000 Kevlar, titanium rails
SeatpostDean aluminum, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Shimano Deore LX suspension, Rear: Shimano Deore LX
RimsMavic 238, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube577.9 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 8, 2026.