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1997 Dean Felix (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 63532

Overview

Model year1997
BrandDean
ModelFelix (02)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID63532
Original MSRP$1,780.00
ColorsGrey, polished
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge, xsmall
Weight23.25 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum
ForkRock Shox Indy C
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetShimano Deore XT, 24/36/48 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN71, 107 mm spindle
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesRhino Racing V brakes, Rhino Racing V levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset SA-2
HandlebarDean aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemDean aluminum
SaddleSDG 2000 Kevlar, titanium rails
SeatpostDean aluminum, 26.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Shimano Deore XT suspension, Rear: Shimano Deore XT
RimsMavic 221, 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 tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 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 October 9, 2026.