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1999 Dean Z-Link Pro SID SL

Velopedia Archive ID 86943

Overview

Model year1999
BrandDean
ModelZ-Link Pro SID SL
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID86943
Original MSRP$2,999.00
ColorsPewter/Polished
SizesLarge, medium, small

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum
ForkRock Shox Sid XL, 4.0" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, double triple-clamp crown
Rear shockStratos Helix, 4.0" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano XTR
ShiftersShimano XTR RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano XTR
Rear derailleurShimano XTR
CranksetShimano XTR M952
Bottom bracketShimano BB-M952
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs9-speed
ChainShimano CN-7700, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano XTR levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Chris King NoThreadSet
HandlebarRhino
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemDean Aluminum
SaddleSDG Ventura Comp, titanium rails
SeatpostDean Aluminum, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Ringle Son of Bubba, Rear: Ringle SuperDuper 8
RimsSun Rims O-lite, 28-hole/32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tireIrc

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube577.9 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center431.8 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 10, 2026.