Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2002 K2 Launch 4.0

Velopedia Archive ID 36780

Overview

Model year	2002
Brand	K2
Model	Launch 4.0
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	36780
Original MSRP	$1,399.00
Colors	Black/White
Sizes	Large, medium, small, way big

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	7005 aluminum
Fork	Answer Manitou Black Comp 8100, 3.15"-4.0" adjustable travel
Fork material	Aluminum, single triple-clamp crown
Rear shock	Noleen Sport Adjustable, 3.5" travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	Shimano Deore RapidFire SL
Front derailleur	Shimano LX, clamp-on
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore LX SGS
Crankset	Shimano FC-M440, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracket	Sealed cartridge
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain	Shimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Shimano PD-M505 SPD

Brakes

Brakes	Avid Mechanical Disc brakes, Avid Speed Dial 5 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST
Handlebar	Aluminum, 1.25" rise
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Aluminum threadless
Saddle	WTB SST.X3
Seatpost	Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Deore
Rims	WTB Dual Duty, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 2.125" WTB MutanoRaptor
Wheel size	26" wheels

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