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2003 Iron Horse Sinister DX

Velopedia Archive ID 91989

Overview

Model year	2003
Brand	Iron Horse
Model	Sinister DX
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	91989
Original MSRP	$800.00
Colors	Black/Silver
Sizes	17", 19", 21"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Fork	Answer Manitou Axel Comp
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shock	Cane Creek AD-5

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	Shimano Deore Rapidfire
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore, dual-pull/clamp-on 34.9mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore
Crankset	TruVativ Five-D, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracket	TruVativ SL ISIS, 113mm spindle
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain	KMC HG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Shimano PD-M505 SPD

Brakes

Brakes	Hayes HMX-1 Mechanical Disc brakes, Tektro MT-1.1 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Tien Hsin Orbit-Z
Handlebar	Koski Strong Hold
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Koski Strong Hold XC
Saddle	Koski Contour
Seatpost	Koski SportPost

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Formula aluminum disc, Q/R
Rims	Mavic X139, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 2.10" Maxxis Mobster
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 2, 2026.