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1998 Litespeed Classic (01)

Velopedia Archive ID 70211

Overview

Model year1998
BrandLitespeed
ModelClassic (01)
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID70211
Original MSRP$3,250.00
ColorsBrushed, polished
Sizes49 cm, 51 cm, 53 cm, 55 cm, 57 cm, 59 cm, 61 cm, 63 cm
Weight20.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material3Al/2.5V titanium, butted
ForkTime Equipe
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

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

Brakes

BrakesCampagnolo Chorus dual pivot brakes, Campagnolo Chorus levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Campagnolo Chorus
HandlebarTTT Forma 2
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemTTT Synthesis
SaddleAvocet O2 40R Kevlar, titanium rails
SeatpostLitespeed titanium, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsCampagnolo Chorus
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 center413 mm
Wheelbase988 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 30, 2026.