Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 55468
| Model year | 1996 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dirt Research |
| Model | Bandelier (02) |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 55468 |
| Original MSRP | $848.00 |
| Colors | Black, light blue |
| Sizes | 14", 16", 18", 20", 22", 24" |
| Weight | 25.7 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded steel |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Columbus DR |
| Fork | Dirt Research DR800A |
| Fork material | Aluminum, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano STX-RC |
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| Shifters | Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX-RC |
| Crankset | Shimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 113 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Dirt Research alloy |
| Brakes | Shimano STX-RC M-System brakes, Shimano STX-RC levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Tioga OS-NSS-AL2 |
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| Handlebar | Dirt Research 140g alloy |
| Handlebar extensions | Dirt Research |
| Stem | Dirt Research |
| Saddle | Dirt Research Racing |
| Seatpost | Dirt Research, 27.0 mm diameter |
| Rims | Sun Metal CR17A, 32-hole |
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| Spokes | Union stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Alloy nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 569 mm |
|---|---|
| Head-tube angle | 72° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.3° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 424.2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1056.6 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 25, 2026.