VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Klein Pulse Comp S

Velopedia Archive ID 65460

Overview

Model year1997
BrandKlein
ModelPulse Comp S
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID65460
Original MSRP$799.00
ColorsCobalt blue
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge, xsmall
Weight25.9 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialKlein aluminum Power Tubing
ForkRock Shox Indy C
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX-RC/Alivio
ShiftersShimano STX-RC RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 107 mm spindle
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsSteel cage, resin body w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Tektro RBP-375A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tange-Seiki ST-E
HandlebarSystem 1
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAluminum
SaddleBontrager Plus 10
SeatpostKalloy SP-312, 31.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: aluminum quick release, Rear: Shimano Alivio
RimsBontrager Maverick, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" Panaracer Duster II
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube594.4 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle73.2°
Chainstay / rear center416.6 mm
Wheelbase1049 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 26, 2026.