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1999 Kestrel CS-X (05)

Velopedia Archive ID 84620

Overview

Model year1999
BrandKestrel
ModelCS-X (05)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID84620
Original MSRP$2,949.00
ColorsPurple
Sizes17", 19"

Frameset

Frame constructionMonocoque
Frame materialCarbon fiber composite
ForkRock Shox Judy SL, 3.15" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano XTR
ShiftersShimano XTR RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano XTR top-swing, bottom-pull/bottom bracket mount
Rear derailleurShimano XTR SGS
CranksetShimano XTR M952
Bottom bracketShimano BB-M952
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, Buyer's choice of gearing
ChainShimano CN-7700, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsBuyer's choice

Brakes

BrakesShimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano XTR levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless
HandlebarBuyer's choice
Handlebar extensionsBuyer's choice
StemBuyer's choice
SaddleBuyer's choice
Seatpost27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano XTR
RimsBuyer's choice
SpokesBuyer's choice
Spoke nipplesBuyer's choice
Front tireBuyer's choice
Wheel sizeBuyer's choice wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube579.1 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center429.3 mm
Wheelbase1059.2 mm
Fork offset / rake40 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 17, 2026.