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2004 K2 Lithium 4.0

Velopedia Archive ID 92539

Overview

Model year2004
BrandK2
ModelLithium 4.0
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID92539
Original MSRP$1,849.99
ColorsSilver/Orange
SizesLarge, medium, small, way big

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum
ForkAnswer Manitou Black Super Air, 100mm travel
Fork materialAluminum, single crown
Rear shockAnswer Manitou SPV Coil 4-way

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore RapidFire
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT, clamp-on
Rear derailleurShimano Deore
CranksetTruVativ Five D, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketCartridge
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainKMC IG-31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsSteel cage w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesHayes HMX-9 Hydraulic Disc brakes, Hayes HMX-9 Hydraulic Disc levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Ritchey
HandlebarAluminum, rise
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAluminum threadless
SaddleWTB SST X2
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano HB-M475 Disc
RimsSun Rims DS2-XC, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Front tire26 x 1.95" IRC Multi-Terrain
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.