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1998 Gazelle Bikes Rapture XTR

Velopedia Archive ID 73145

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	Gazelle Bikes
Model	Rapture XTR
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	73145
Original MSRP	$3,850.00
Colors	Custom
Sizes	Large, medium, small, xlarge

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Aluminum
Fork	Answer Manitou X-Vert R
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, double triple-clamp crown
Rear shock	Fox Vanilla TC, 4.0" or 6.0" travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano XTR
Shifters	Shimano XTR RapidFire SL
Front derailleur	Shimano XTR top-swing
Rear derailleur	Shimano XTR SGS
Crankset	Shimano XTR M950, 24/34/46 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-M950
Rear cogs	8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth
Chain	1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Not included

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano XTR levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Aheadset
Handlebar	Syncros Hardcore
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Syncros Hardcore
Saddle	Buyer's choice
Seatpost	Syncros Hardcore aluminum

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano XTR
Rims	32-hole
Spokes	Wheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
Spoke nipples	Alloy nipples
Front tire	26 x 1.95" IRC Mythos XC kevlar
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 19, 2026.