VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2002 K2 Flying Monkey

Velopedia Archive ID 36793

Overview

Model year2002
BrandK2
ModelFlying Monkey
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID36793
Original MSRP$1,049.00
ColorsMatte Grey
SizesLarge, medium, small

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum
ForkAnswer Manitou Black Comp 8100, 3.15"-4.00" adjustable travel
Fork materialAluminum, single triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore
Rear derailleurShimano Deore
CranksetShimano FC-M440, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketSealed cartridge, alloy cups
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsK2 Alloy, chromoly axle

Brakes

BrakesAvid Mechanical Disc brakes, Avid Speed Dial 5 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Cane Creek Dozer
HandlebarAluminum, 1.25" rise
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemK2 alloy 4-bolt
SaddleK2 Grab Bag
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Deore disc
RimsWTB Dual Duty, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.25" Geax Blade
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube558.8 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1051.6 mm

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