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1996 Guru Kuku DH II

Velopedia Archive ID 56791

Overview

Model year1996
BrandGuru
ModelKuku DH II
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID56791
Original MSRP$3,250.00
ColorsBrushed, custom Air-Brush, dark blue, polished, red, silver, yellow
SizesCustom
Weight26 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded aluminum
Frame materialEaston Varilite ProGram
ForkBuyer's choice
Fork materialBuyer's choice
Rear shockBuyer's choice

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano XTR
ShiftersShimano XTR RapidFire Plus
Front derailleurShimano XTR, bottom-pull
Rear derailleurShimano XTR
CranksetRace Face LP Compact
Bottom bracketGuru Shaz
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, Buyer's choice of gearing
ChainSachs SCM90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsBuyer's choice

Brakes

BrakesBuyer's choice brakes, Buyer's choice levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Guru NDHStar
HandlebarNitto DH
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemBuyer's choice
SaddleBuyer's choice
SeatpostGuru NC Post, 28.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic 217 SUP, 36-hole
SpokesDT Competition stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.00" Panaracer Dart DH Magic, Rear: 26 x 2.00" Panaracer DH Magic
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube579.1 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center436.9 mm
Wheelbase1071.9 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.