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1996 Dirt Research Kings Canyon

Tandem (mountain) bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.

Original MSRP
$1,600.00
Sizes
Captain 18"/stoker 16", captain 20"/stoker 18", captain 22"/stoker 18"
Colors
White
Weight
39.9
Archive ID
56218
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Frameset

Frame ConstructionTIG-welded steel
Frame MaterialTrue Temper chromoly
ForkTange Big Fork
Fork MaterialTange chromoly, butted, unicrown crown
Rear ShockN/A

Drivetrain

Component GroupShimano Deore XT
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front DerailleurShimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull
Rear DerailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetShimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom BracketShimano BB-UN52, 113 mm spindle
BB Shell Width73mm English/68mm English front
Rear Cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsBuyer's choice

Brakes

BrakesPederson U-Brake/Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers

Cockpit & Contact Points

Headset1 1/4" threadless YST 707
HandlebarDirt Research 140g alloy
Handlebar ExtensionsDirt Research
StemGirvin Flexstem/Girvin Flexstem -Stoker
SaddleVetta Comfort Flex
SeatpostDirt Research, 29.8 mm diameter

Wheels & Tires

RimsSun Metal CR16 II, 36-hole
SpokesUnion stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke NipplesAlloy nipples
Front TireFront: 26 x 1.50" Tioga City Slicker, Rear: 26 x 1.50" Tiogo City Slicker
Wheel Size26" wheels

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Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.

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