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1998 Kestrel CS-X (02)

Mountain bike, front suspension bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.

Original MSRP
$2,349.00
Sizes
17", 19", 21"
Colors
Deep Purple, Orange-Orange
Archive ID
78026

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Frameset

Frame ConstructionMonocoque
Frame MaterialCarbon fiber composite
ForkRock Shox Sid
Fork MaterialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear ShockN/A

Drivetrain

Component GroupShimano Deore XT
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front DerailleurShimano Deore XT, top-pull/clamp-on 35.0mm
Rear DerailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetShimano Deore XT, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom BracketShimano BB-UN72, 110mm spindle
BB Shell Width68mm English
Rear Cogs8-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers

Cockpit & Contact Points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Shimano Deore XT
HandlebarKestrel Tiger Weave
Handlebar ExtensionsNot included
StemSyncros Hardcore
SaddleSDG 2000 Kevlar, titanium rails
SeatpostSyncros Hardcore aluminum, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & Tires

HubsShimano Deore XT
RimsMavic 221, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
Spoke NipplesAlloy nipples
Front Tire26 x 1.95" IRC Mythos XC
Wheel Size26" wheels

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