Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 69354
| Model year | 1997 |
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| Brand | Iron Horse |
| Model | MT500 |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 69354 |
| Original MSRP | $949.00 |
| Colors | Eggplant |
| Sizes | 16.5", 18", 19.5", 21" |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
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| Frame material | Chromoly, double-butted, oversize |
| Fork | Answer Manitou Pro |
| Fork material | Aluminum, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano Deore LX/STX |
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| Shifters | Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore LX SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Iron Horse clipless |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset |
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| Handlebar | Aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Tahoma Sonne IV |
| Saddle | Iron Horse Racing |
| Seatpost | Aluminum micro-adjust, 26.2 mm diameter |
| Hubs | Front: Shimano Deore LX suspension, Rear: Shimano R080, silent clutch |
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| Rims | Mavic 238, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 584.2 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 431.8 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1066.8 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 14, 2026.