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1998 Litespeed Natchez (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 71945

Overview

Model year1998
BrandLitespeed
ModelNatchez (02)
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID71945
Original MSRP$2,075.00
ColorsSatin
Sizes49 cm, 51 cm, 53 cm, 55 cm, 57 cm, 59 cm, 61 cm
Weight20.5 lb

Frameset

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

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano 105SC
ShiftersShimano 105SC STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano 105SC, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano 105SC SS
CranksetShimano 105SC, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN52, 107mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG70, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano 105SC Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 105SC levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Shimano 105SC
HandlebarTTT Forma 2
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemTTT Synthesis
SaddleAvocet O2 40R, chromoly rails
SeatpostAmerican Classic, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano 105SC
RimsMavic CXP 10, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 23c IRC PaperLite Plus
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565 mm
Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center406 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.