VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Litespeed Vortex (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 84928

Overview

Model year1999
BrandLitespeed
ModelVortex (02)
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID84928
Original MSRP$4,850.00
ColorsBlack, Blue, Brushed, Red, Satin, White
Sizes49cm, 51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm, 61cm
Weight16.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material6Al/4V titanium
ForkLook HSC
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite w/carbon fiber steerer, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Dura-Ace
ShiftersShimano Dura-Ace STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano Dura-Ace, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0mm
Rear derailleurShimano Dura-Ace
CranksetShimano Dura-Ace, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-7700, 109.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, Buyer's choice of gearing
ChainShimano CN-7700, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Dura-Ace Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Dura-Ace levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" threadless Aheadset AC
HandlebarTTT Forma
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemControl Tech
SaddleAvocet O2 40R Kevlar, titanium rails
SeatpostLitespeed titanium, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Dura-Ace
RimsMavic Open Pro, 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 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 October 1, 2026.