Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 55074
| Model year | 1996 |
|---|---|
| Brand | KHS |
| Model | Alite 500 |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension |
| Archive ID | 55074 |
| Original MSRP | $499.00 |
| Colors | Polished, red |
| Sizes | 15", 17", 19", 21" |
| Weight | 26.1 lb |
| Frame construction | Welded aluminum |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Alcoa 7005 aluminum, double-butted |
| Fork | Spinner |
| Fork material | Chromoly, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano Alivio |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano Altus EZ Fire |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Alivio |
| Crankset | SR CW-CH15, 22/32/44 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Tien Hsin TH-M1, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 13 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Victor VP-893N |
| Brakes | Shimano Altus brakes, Shimano Altus levers |
|---|
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2 |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Wei Hau ATB-1 |
| Handlebar extensions | HL M-1 |
| Stem | Hsin Lung TDS-AL-C42-8 |
| Saddle | Velo VL-195 |
| Seatpost | Kalloy SP-242, 27.6 mm diameter |
| Rims | Weinmann 519, 32-hole |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.95" Cheng Shin C-1027 |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 565 mm |
|---|---|
| Head-tube angle | 72° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1048 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 29, 2026.