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2001 Dean Colonel X-Lite Elite/SID XC

Velopedia Archive ID 36660

Overview

Model year2001
BrandDean
ModelColonel X-Lite Elite/SID XC
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID36660
Original MSRP$3,200.00
ColorsBrushed, Polished
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge, xsmall

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialReynolds 3/2.5 double butted titanium
ForkRock Shox Sid XC
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetShimano Deore XT
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN72
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, Buyer's choice of gearing
ChainShimano CN-HG92, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Chris King No-Threadset
HandlebarDean Titanium
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemDean Aluminum
SaddleFi'zi:k: Nisene Ti
SeatpostDean Titanium standard, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsSpinergy XYClone
RimsSpinergy XYClone
Spoke nipplesAluminum nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" IRC Mythos XC
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

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

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 24, 2026.