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1995 Giant TCM
Mountain bike, front suspension bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.
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- Original MSRP
- $1,920.00
- Sizes
- 16", 18", 20"
- Colors
- Dark blue
- Weight
- 24.5 lb
- Geometry
- Legacy reference · Ride analysis
- Archive ID
- 32268
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Velopedia analysis
What the specifications mean
The fork provides the documented suspension, so fork setup and rear-tire pressure are the main adjustments for balancing the two ends of the bike. The 255% cassette range describes the available gearing more clearly than the component-group name alone. Carbon construction changes the inspection emphasis from metal-style dents and corrosion to impact damage, ripples and overtightened clamp areas.
Suspension setup
Front only
Fork settings affect the front while rear-wheel behavior remains dependent on tire and wheel setup.
Gearing
255% cassette range
Calculated from the published 11–28-tooth sprocket span.
Frame material
Carbon / composite
Look for impact damage and clamp marks rather than metal-style dents or rust.
Wheel standard
Nominal 26 inch
Confirm the ISO bead-seat diameter because several incompatible standards have used this name.
Used-bike inspection
If you’re buying this bike used
Before any test ride: both brakes should stop the bike firmly and release cleanly; both wheels should run true and be securely attached; tires should have no casing damage; and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals should have no looseness or play.
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →- FrameInspect the frame in bright light, especially around the head tube, bottom bracket, chainstays and clamped areas. Look for cracks, ripples, crushed sections or signs of a previous impact.Inspect the frame and fork →
- BrakesTest each brake separately and confirm it stops firmly and releases cleanly. Inspect the pads and braking surfaces for wear or contamination, and check the cables or hoses for damage.Inspect the brakes →
- SuspensionAsk when the fork was last serviced. Check the stanchions for damage, look for oil at the seals and make sure the fork moves smoothly without bushing play.Evaluate the suspension →
- DrivetrainShift through every gear under light load and measure chain wear. Confirm that the shifter, derailleur, chain and cassette belong to the same 8-speed system.Check drivetrain wear →
- Wheels & tiresSpin both wheels and watch the rims for side-to-side or vertical movement. Check for dents, cracks, loose or uneven spokes and hub play, then inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking or exposed threads.Check wheels and tires →
Bike-specific inspection checklist 20 checks based on 6 archived component groups Open checklistClose checklist
This checklist uses the archived equipment for this bike. It cannot confirm the condition, service history or later component changes of the example in front of you.
Identity and fit
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Archived: 1995 Giant TCM · Mountain bike, front suspension · Published sizes: 16", 18", 20"
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: Bonded carbon fiber · Fork: Rock Shox Judy XC · Magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Suspension
Evaluate the suspension →Archived: Fork: Rock Shox Judy XC
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Group: Shimano Deore XT · Shifters: Grip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray · Front derailleur: Shimano Deore XT Compact Drive, top-pull · Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore XT SS · Crankset: Shimano Deore XT HyperDrive-C, 22/32/42 teeth · Rear cogs: 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth · Chain: KMC SS-90, 1/2 x 3/32"
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Shimano Deore XT M-System brakes, Dia-Compe SS-7 levers
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: Mavic Reflex SBP SUP, 32-hole · Hubs: Shimano Deore XT · Front tire: Front: 26 x 2.00" Continental Leader Pro, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Continental Cross Country
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: 1 1/8" Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset DL · Handlebar: TTT Extreme 6 · Stem: Giant Direct Connect · Seatpost: Alloy, 27.2 mm diameter · Saddle: Selle San Marco Strada C · Pedals: Alloy MTB w/clips and straps
Before and during the test ride
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Interpretation based on the archived manufacturer specifications. Confirm exact fit and standards before ordering parts or performing service.
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Frameset
| Frame Construction | Bonded carbon fiber |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Carbon fiber composite |
| Fork | Rock Shox Judy XC |
| Fork Material | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Shimano Deore XT |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT Compact Drive, top-pull |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT SS |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore XT HyperDrive-C, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Rear Cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | KMC SS-90, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Alloy MTB w/clips and straps |
Brakes
| Brakes | Shimano Deore XT M-System brakes, Dia-Compe SS-7 levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1 1/8" Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset DL |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | TTT Extreme 6 |
| Handlebar Extensions | Giant alloy |
| Stem | Giant Direct Connect |
| Saddle | Selle San Marco Strada C |
| Seatpost | Alloy, 27.2 mm diameter |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Shimano Deore XT |
|---|---|
| Rims | Mavic Reflex SBP SUP, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 1.8 mm straight gauge |
| Spoke Nipples | Alloy nipples |
| Front Tire | Front: 26 x 2.00" Continental Leader Pro, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Continental Cross Country |
| Wheel Size | 26" wheels |
Historical reference geometry
Geometry
Historical model-level geometry recovered from Velopedia’s original archive database. The source does not identify which listed frame size this reference describes, so fit interpretation is intentionally limited and no size-normalized Archive Context is generated.
| Measurement | Legacy reference |
|---|---|
| Top tube | 599.4 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 424.2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1066.8 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 41.1 mm |
Geometry source: Historical archive database — model-level reference geometry. The historical source provides one model-level geometry set and does not identify the corresponding frame size.
Geometry interpretation
What this geometry means
Legacy reference geometry
Fit reference
The historical source lists a 599.4 mm top-tube length, but it does not identify which frame size this model-level reference describes or whether the historical field was measured horizontally. Treat it as an archival frame reference rather than a size-specific fit recommendation. Its 73° seat-tube angle describes the reference frame’s seat-line orientation. Actual seated position still depends on frame size, saddle height and fore-aft adjustment.
Handling tendencies
The 71° head angle points to relatively quick-steering by current mountain-bike conventions steering geometry. Wheelbase is listed at 1066.8 mm, but because the historical source does not identify frame size, it is retained as a model reference rather than used for a size-normalized handling conclusion. Fork offset is listed at 41.1 mm. Offset works with head angle and wheel size to determine trail, so it is useful steering evidence even though the archive does not provide enough information here to calculate trail reliably.
Period context
At 71°, the head angle sits close to the middle of the group among mountain geometries represented in Velopedia for this period. Its 73° seat angle is close to the middle of the group among the same-period mountain references.
This is historical model-level reference geometry, not a known frame-size geometry table or a ride test. Frame size, rider proportions, cockpit setup, tires, suspension and components can materially change fit and handling.
Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.