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1999 K2 Oz-X

Velopedia Archive ID 85258

Overview

Model year1999
BrandK2
ModelOz-X
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID85258
Original MSRP$2,299.00
ColorsNatural Carbon
SizesLarge, medium

Frameset

Frame constructionLaminated carbon fiber
Frame materialK2 carbon-reinforced thermoplastic
ForkK2 Smart Fork, 3.0" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockNoleen NR-2, 4.7" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetRace Face Turbine LP, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano Deore LX, 113mm spindle
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsK2 clipless

Brakes

BrakesAvid Arch Rival 40 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tange-Seiki DX-2
HandlebarTitec Enduro EF
Handlebar extensionsTitec Shorty
StemTitec Big AL
SaddleSelle Italia Trimatica
SeatpostK2 micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Deore LX
RimsSun Rims Sub 4, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 1.95" Panaracer Mach SS kevlar, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Panaracer Mach SK kevlar
Wheel size26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 29, 2026.