VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Iron Horse ARS900

Velopedia Archive ID 61670

Overview

Model year1997
BrandIron Horse
ModelARS900
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID61670
Original MSRP$1,895.00
ColorsRed
Sizes15", 16.5", 18", 19.5", 21"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialEaston Elan 3 w/replaceable derailleur hanger
ForkRock Shox Judy XC
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetShimano Deore XT, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-M535 SPD clipless

Brakes

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

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset SA-2
HandlebarAzonic World Force
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemKore lite
SaddleIron Horse No Slip
SeatpostKore Lite II, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Shimano Deore XT suspension, Rear: Shimano Deore XT
RimsMavic 238, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" Panaracer Pro Comp
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center431.8 mm
Wheelbase1066.8 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 September 14, 2026.