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1997 Dirt Research Kobuk (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 60822

Overview

Model year1997
BrandDirt Research
ModelKobuk (02)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID60822
Original MSRP$565.00
ColorsAmethyst, teal
Sizes14", 16", 18", 20", 22", 24"
Weight26.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialColumbus DR
ForkDirt Research
Fork materialTange chromoly, butted, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX
ShiftersShimano STX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano STX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano STX, 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 STX M-System brakes, Shimano STX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tioga ST2-E
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 DW 6000, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor
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.