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1997 Iron Horse THS-1

Velopedia Archive ID 60886

Overview

Model year1997
BrandIron Horse
ModelTHS-1
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID60886
Original MSRP$4,799.00
ColorsRed
Sizes16", 18"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum, double-butted, heat-treated
ForkRock Shox Judy DHO
Fork materialMagnesium, double triple-clamp crown
Rear shockKuster Legend, 4.5" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano XTR 950
ShiftersShimano XTR RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano XTR top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano XTR GS
CranksetShimano XTR M950-IG, 24/34/46 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-M950, 112.5 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-M636 SPD clipless

Brakes

BrakesShimano XTR brakes, Shimano XTR levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Cane Creek
HandlebarAzonic World Force
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemKore Elite
SaddleSDG Ventura Comp, titanium rails
SeatpostKore Elite II

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano XTR
RimsMavic 121 SUP CD, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire26 x 2.20" IRC Missile
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 / rake31.8 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 14, 2026.