Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Klein Karma Pave

Velopedia Archive ID 72485

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	Klein
Model	Karma Pave
Bicycle type	Hybrid
Archive ID	72485
Original MSRP	$999.99
Colors	Forest Green Pearl w/black swingarm
Sizes	Large, medium, small
Weight	29 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Klein aluminum Power Tubing
Fork	Klein
Fork material	Klein aluminum Power Tubing, unicrown crown
Rear shock	Klein BASF, 4.0" travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Nexave
Shifters	Shimano Nexave
Front derailleur	Shimano Nexave top-swing, top-pull/bottom bracket mount
Rear derailleur	Shimano Nexave
Crankset	Shimano Nexave, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-LP27E, 113mm spindle
BB shell width	73mm English
Rear cogs	8-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain	Sachs PC-41, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Resin body/aluminum cage

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Nexave modulated V brakes, Shimano Nexave levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Aheadset Kontak ST-2
Handlebar	System 1
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Aluminum
Saddle	Selle Bassano
Seatpost	Kalloy SP-312, 31.6mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: System 1 suspension, Rear: Shimano STX-RC
Rims	Front: Bontrager Maverick, Rear: Bontrager Maverick Asym, 32-hole
Spokes	DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 1.50" Smootie
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	570 mm
Head-tube angle	72°
Seat-tube angle	72°
Chainstay / rear center	420 mm
Wheelbase	1013 mm
Fork offset / rake	40.6 mm

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