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2005 Gary Fisher Bitter

Velopedia Archive ID 10046

Overview

Model year	2005
Brand	Gary Fisher
Model	Bitter
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	10046
Original MSRP	$879.99

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	6061 T6 aluminum
Fork	Manitou Stance Static, 100mm
Fork material	Aluminum, single crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	Shimano Alivio RapidFire
Front derailleur	Shimano Alivio
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore
Crankset	Bontrager Earl, 22/32 teeth
Bottom bracket	ISIS GigaPipe
Rear cogs	8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain	Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Aluminum BMX

Brakes

Brakes	Hayes Sole XC brakes, Hayes levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless DiaCompe Tank
Handlebar	Bontrager Earl
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Bontrager Earl
Saddle	Bontrager Earl K
Seatpost	Bontrager Sport

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Shimano HB-M475, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Rims	Sun Rims Ditch Witch
Spokes	Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Front tire	26 x 2.40" Bontrager Big Earl
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 22, 2026.