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1996 Klein Mantra Pro (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 50863

Overview

Model year1996
BrandKlein
ModelMantra Pro (02)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID50863
Original MSRP$3,999.00
ColorsBuyer's choice, red
Sizes19", 20", 21"
Weight26 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded aluminum
Frame materialGradient 9000 aluminum
ForkRock Shox Judy XC
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockKlein Proprietary, 5.9" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT GS
CranksetShimano Deore XT, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketKlein Precision, 108 mm spindle
BB shell width72mm Threadless
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-M747 SPD (clipless)

Brakes

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

Cockpit & contact points

HeadsetKlein oversize Klein Airhead
HandlebarKlein MC2
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemIntegral to handlebar
SaddleVetta TT Tri-Shock, vanadium rails
SeatpostSyncros Pro Series aluminum, 31.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsFront: Bontrager BCX red, Rear: Bontrager BCX blue, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire26 x 2.35" Klein Deathgrip
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube568.5 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle73.2°
Chainstay / rear center416.6 mm
Wheelbase1046.5 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 27, 2026.