Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 72381
| Model year | 1998 |
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| Brand | K2 |
| Model | ProFlex 5000 |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension |
| Archive ID | 72381 |
| Original MSRP | $2,949.00 |
| Colors | Grey, yellow |
| Sizes | Large, medium, small, way big |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
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| Frame material | Easton 7005 Elite |
| Fork | Noleen Cross-Link C |
| Fork material | Carbon fiber composite, linkage crown |
| Rear shock | K2 Smart Shock, 4.0" travel |
| Component group | Shimano Deore XT |
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| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore XT top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN72, 113mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | Sachs PC-51, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | K2 Mag T |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Tange-Seiki |
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| Handlebar | Titec Enduro 141 |
| Handlebar extensions | Polygon |
| Stem | Aluminum |
| Saddle | Fi'zi:k Nisene |
| Seatpost | Titec AL-235, 27.2mm diameter |
| Hubs | Shimano Deore XT |
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| Rims | Sun Rims Sub 4, 32-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 1.8mm double-butted |
| Spoke nipples | Alloy nipples |
| Front tire | Front: 26 x 2.10" Panaracer Mach SS, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Panaracer Mach SK |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 587 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 436 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1089 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 44 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.