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1997 Dirt Research Bandelier (01)

Mountain bike, front suspension bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.

Original MSRP
$880.00
Sizes
14", 16", 18", 20", 22", 24"
Colors
Metallic black, slate blue
Weight
27.2
Archive ID
66177
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Frameset

Frame ConstructionTIG-welded
Frame MaterialColumbus DR
ForkBallistic XL800A-Pro
Fork MaterialCarbon fiber composite/aluminum, triple-clamp crown
Rear ShockN/A

Drivetrain

Component GroupShimano STX-RC
ShiftersShimano STX-RC RapidFire SL
Front DerailleurShimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear DerailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetShimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom BracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB Shell Width73mm English
Rear Cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsDirt Research aluminum

Brakes

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

Cockpit & Contact Points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tioga AL2
HandlebarDirt Research 140g aluminum
Handlebar ExtensionsDirt Research
StemDirt Research
SaddleDirt Research Racing
SeatpostDirt Research, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & Tires

HubsShimano STX-RC
RimsSun Rims CR17A, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke NipplesBrass nipples
Front Tire26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor
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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