Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 52734
| Model year | 1996 |
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| Brand | Dirt Research |
| Model | Kenai (03) |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension |
| Archive ID | 52734 |
| Original MSRP | $1,285.00 |
| Colors | Teal |
| Sizes | 14", 16", 18", 19", 20" |
| Weight | 24.4 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded steel |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Columbus Nivacrom EL, oversize |
| Fork | Tange |
| Fork material | Tange Ultralight chromoly, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Grip Shift/Shimano Deore XT |
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| Shifters | Grip Shift ESP 900 |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull |
| Rear derailleur | Grip Shift ESP 900 |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52, 113 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Buyer's choice |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT 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 SL |
| Seatpost | Dirt Research, 27.2 mm diameter |
| Rims | Mavic 217 SUP, 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 |
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| 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 26, 2026.