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2002 Litespeed Vortex Triple (04)

Velopedia Archive ID 37383

Overview

Model year2002
BrandLitespeed
ModelVortex Triple (04)
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID37383
ColorsBrushed
Sizes49cm, 51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm, 61cm

Frameset

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

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Dura-Ace Triple
ShiftersShimano Dura-Ace STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano Dura-Ace, bottom-pull/braze-on
Rear derailleurShimano Dura-Ace GS
CranksetShimano Dura-Ace Triple, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-7703, 118.5mm 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 STI Dual Control levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" integrated Campagnolo Record Hiddenset
HandlebarDeda Elementi Newton
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemDeda Elementi Newton
SaddleSelle Italia Flite
SeatpostLitespeed titanium, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Dura-Ace
RimsMavic Open Pro, 28-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) double-butted
Spoke nipplesAluminum nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Hutchinson Carbon Comp
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube555 mm
Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center406 mm
Wheelbase975 mm
Fork offset / rake40 mm

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