Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 56961
| Model year | 1996 |
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| Brand | KHS |
| Model | FXT Descent |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension |
| Archive ID | 56961 |
| Original MSRP | $999.00 |
| Colors | Black |
| Sizes | 15", 17", 19", 21" |
| Weight | 24.5 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded steel |
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| Frame material | True Temper AVR, double-butted/7000 aluminium |
| Fork | RST 381 |
| Fork material | Aluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | Shock Works R3, 2.5" travel |
| Component group | Shimano STX-RC |
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| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-400 |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX-RC |
| Crankset | SR CW-CH35, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Fasten NWL-85P w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | Chang Star 879AG brakes, Chang Star 273A levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2 |
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| Handlebar | Kalloy AL002 |
| Handlebar extensions | Powertool forged alloy |
| Stem | Hsin Lung TDS-AL-C42-8 |
| Saddle | Selle San Marco Tecno Dynamica |
| Seatpost | Polygon PM-312, 29.2 mm diameter |
| Rims | Weinmann Zac 19, 32-hole |
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| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | Front: 26 x 2.10" Panaracer Dart, Rear: 26 x 2.00" Panaracer Smoke |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 565 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 71.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1048 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 29, 2026.