Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Ionic E3-XT

Velopedia Archive ID 80983

Overview

Model year	1999
Brand	Ionic
Model	E3-XT
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	80983
Original MSRP	$1,667.00

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Easton Elan w/replaceable derailleur hanger
Fork	Answer Manitou SX E, 3.15" travel
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Deore XT
Shifters	Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore XT top-swing
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore XT SGS
Crankset	Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano Deore XT
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain	Shimano CN-HG92, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Not included

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Aheadset SA
Handlebar	Titec T141
Stem	Titec Big AL
Saddle	Selle Italia Flite, titanium rails
Seatpost	Titec aluminum

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Deore XT
Rims	Mavic X517, 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 September 29, 2026.