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1997 Litespeed Ultimate (04)

Velopedia Archive ID 65798

Overview

Model year1997
BrandLitespeed
ModelUltimate (04)
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID65798
Original MSRP$4,800.00
ColorsPolished
Sizes49 cm, 51 cm, 53 cm, 54 cm, 55 cm, 56 cm, 57 cm, 58 cm, 59 cm, 61 cm, 63 cm
Weight20 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material3Al/2.5V titanium, double-butted w/6Al/4V titanium
ForkKestrel EMS
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupCampagnolo Record
ShiftersCampagnolo Record Ergo
Front derailleurCampagnolo Record, bottom-pull/braze-on
Rear derailleurCampagnolo Record
CranksetCampagnolo Record, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketCampagnolo Record, 101 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
ChainCampagnolo Record, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesCampagnolo Record dual pivot brakes, Campagnolo Record levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Campagnolo Record
HandlebarTTT Competizone
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemTTT Record 84
SaddleAvocet O2 40R Kevlar, titanium rails
SeatpostCampagnolo Record, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Campagnolo Record, Rear: Campagnolo Record cassette
RimsMavic Reflex SUP, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire700 x 23c IRC PaperLite Plus kevlar
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565 mm
Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center393 mm
Wheelbase983 mm
Fork offset / rake43 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 29, 2026.