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1998 Griffen Classic (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 75405

Overview

Model year1998
BrandGriffen
ModelClassic (02)
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID75405
Original MSRP$2,795.00
ColorsBlack, blue, green, purple, red, white, yellow
Sizes49 cm, 51 cm, 53 cm, 55 cm, 57 cm, 59 cm, 61 cm, custom
Weight17.8 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialReynolds Metamic B4C boron carbide ceramic metal matrix
ForkAegis Hot Rod
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite w/carbon fiber steerer, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano 600 Ultegra
ShiftersShimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra, bottom-pull/braze-on
Rear derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra SS
CranksetShimano 600 Ultegra, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-6500, 103mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 23 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG92, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 600 Ultegra levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" threadless Chris King NoThreadSet
HandlebarTTT Forma SL
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemControl Tech
SaddleSDG 2000 Kevlar, titanium rails
Seatpost28.6mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano 600 Ultegra
RimsMavic Reflex SUP, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Continental Grand Prix kevlar
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube555 mm
Head-tube angle74°
Seat-tube angle74°

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 1, 2026.