Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2003 K2 Tirade 4.0

Velopedia Archive ID 38776

Overview

Model year	2003
Brand	K2
Model	Tirade 4.0
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	38776
Original MSRP	$1,450.00
Colors	Matte Blue
Sizes	Large, medium, small

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	7000 aluminum
Fork	Answer Manitou Black Comp, 100mm travel
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shock	Fox Vanilla R

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	Shimano Deore
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore LX
Crankset	TruVativ Hussefelt, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracket	TruVativ ISIS Drive
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain	Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Ritchey Logic Pro V-3

Brakes

Brakes	Avid Mechanical Disc brakes, Avid Speed Dial 5 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic Comp
Handlebar	Ritchey Rizer
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	K2 Alloy 4 Bolt
Saddle	WTB Speed V Comp
Seatpost	K2 alloy

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Deore disc
Rims	Sun Rims Ditch Witch, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front tire	26 x 2.40" WTB Weirwolf
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.