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1997 Independent Fabrication Deluxe (16)

Velopedia Archive ID 61024

Overview

Model year1997
BrandIndependent Fabrication
ModelDeluxe (16)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID61024
Original MSRP$3,895.00
ColorsBlue/blue fade, brown/brown fade, golden yellow, metallic black, metallic p
Sizes14.5", 17", 18", 19", 20.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialReynolds 853
ForkRock Shox Judy SL
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano XTR
ShiftersShimano XTR RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano XTR, clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano XTR SGS
CranksetShimano XTR M950-HG
Bottom bracketShimano BB-M950
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano XTR levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Chris King NoThreadSet
HandlebarSyncros Hardcore
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSyncros
SaddleSelle San Marco
SeatpostSyncros, 29.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano XTR
RimsMavic 217 SUP CD, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube591.8 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle72°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1060.5 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 23, 2026.