VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2003 Litespeed Vortex Chorus

Velopedia Archive ID 39098

Overview

Model year2003
BrandLitespeed
ModelVortex Chorus
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID39098
Original MSRP$5,460.00
ColorsPolished
Sizes49cm, 51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm, 61cm

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material6Al/4V titanium, butted
ForkLite TEC
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupCampagnolo Chorus
ShiftersCampagnolo Chorus Ergo
Front derailleurCampagnolo Chorus, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0mm
Rear derailleurCampagnolo Chorus
CranksetCampagnolo Chorus, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketCampagnolo Chorus, 102mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs10-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
ChainCampagnolo Record, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsN/A

Brakes

BrakesCampagnolo Chorus dual pivot brakes, Campagnolo Chorus Ergo levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" integrated
HandlebarBuyer's choice
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemBuyer's choice
SaddleBuyer's choice
Seatpost27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsCampagnolo Proton
RimsCampagnolo Proton, 32-hole
SpokesCampagnolo stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Continental Grand Prix 3000
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube555 mm
Head-tube angle73.5°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center406 mm
Wheelbase975 mm
Fork offset / rake44 mm

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