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1995 Dirt Research Kobuk Suspension

Velopedia Archive ID 32213

Overview

Model year1995
BrandDirt Research
ModelKobuk Suspension
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID32213
Original MSRP$685.00
ColorsAmethyst,bright teal
Sizes14", 16", 18", 20", 22", 24"
Weight28 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialColumbus OR
ForkDirt Research 600A
Fork materialAluminum/chromoly

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX
ShiftersShimano STX RapidFire Plus
Front derailleurShimano STX, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano STX HyperDrive-C, 22/32/42 teeth
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC HP-70S, 1/2 X 3/32"
PedalsDirt Research alloy

Brakes

BrakesShimano STX M-System brakes, Shimano STX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Tioga Alchemy
HandlebarDirt Research 180g alloy
Handlebar extensionsDirt Research
StemDirt Research threadless alloy
SaddleDirt Research
SeatpostDirt Research, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano STX
RimsSun Metal CRT16 II, 32-hole
SpokesUnion stainless steel, 2.0 mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.10" Tioga Psycho II, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Tioga Psycho II
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube569 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle73.3°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1056.6 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 25, 2026.