Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 73171
| Model year | 1998 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Kestrel |
| Model | KM40 |
| Bicycle type | Road race & triathlon |
| Archive ID | 73171 |
| Original MSRP | $3,099.00 |
| Colors | Black, Deep Purple, Kona Blue, Mango Yellow, Race Red, white |
| Sizes | 56 cm |
| Frame construction | Monocoque |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Carbon fiber composite |
| Fork | Kestrel EMS |
| Fork material | Carbon fiber composite, aero crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano Dura-Ace |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano Dura-Ace bar-end |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace, braze-on |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace |
| Crankset | Syncros, 42/56 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN72, 112.5mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 9-speed, 11 - 23 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-7700, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Brakes | Dia-Compe BRS 200 SL brakes, Dia-Compe 188 TRI levers |
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| Headset | 1" Stronglight A9 |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Profile AirWings |
| Handlebar extensions | Profile Split Second |
| Stem | Profile H20 |
| Saddle | Selle Italia Flite |
| Seatpost | American Classic, 27.2mm diameter |
| Hubs | Shimano Dura-Ace |
|---|---|
| Rims | Mavic CXP 12, 28-hole |
| Spokes | Wheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted |
| Spoke nipples | Alloy nipples |
| Front tire | 650 x 20c Continental Grand Prix kevlar |
| Wheel size | 650c wheels |
| Top tube | 570 mm |
|---|---|
| Head-tube angle | 72.75° |
| Seat-tube angle | 76° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 390 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1012 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 34 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 17, 2026.