Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Ionic E3-XTR

Velopedia Archive ID 88580

Overview

Model year	1999
Brand	Ionic
Model	E3-XTR
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	88580
Original MSRP	$2,669.00

Frameset

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

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano XTR
Shifters	Shimano XTR RapidFire SL
Front derailleur	Shimano XTR top-swing
Rear derailleur	Shimano XTR SGS
Crankset	Shimano XTR M952, 24/34/46 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-M952
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain	Shimano CN-7700, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Not included

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano XTR levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Chris King NoThreadSet
Handlebar	Titec PG titanium
Stem	Titec Big AL
Saddle	Selle Italia Flite, titanium rails
Seatpost	Thomson Elite

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano XTR
Rims	Mavic X517, 32-hole
Spokes	Wheelsmith XL 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.