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2003 Dean Colonel X-Lite LX

Velopedia Archive ID 39329

Overview

Model year2003
BrandDean
ModelColonel X-Lite LX
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID39329
Original MSRP$2,700.00
ColorsBrushed
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge, xsmall

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material3Al/2.5V titanium
ForkRock Shox Sid Team, 63-80mm travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore LX
ShiftersShimano Deore LX RapidFire
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX SGS
CranksetShimano Deore LX, 24/34/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-ES51
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

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

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Cane Creek S-2
HandlebarEaston EA50
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemKore Lite 2
SaddleSelle San Marco Concor
SeatpostThomson Elite, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Deore LX
RimsMavic X225, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 14/15ga. (2.0/1.8mm) double-butted
Spoke nipplesAluminum nipples
Front tire26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Python
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube603.2 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1080.8 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 September 23, 2026.