VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2004 Litespeed Vortex Dura Ace 9 Speed

Velopedia Archive ID 92633

Overview

Model year2004
BrandLitespeed
ModelVortex Dura Ace 9 Speed
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID92633
Original MSRP$6,145.00
ColorsPolished
Sizes49cm, 51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm, 61cm

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material6Al/4V titanium, butted
ForkLite TEC
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite w/carbon fiber steerer, aero 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 SS
CranksetShimano Dura-Ace, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-7700, 109.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
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
HandlebarBuyer's choice
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemBuyer's choice
SaddleBuyer's choice
Seatpost27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsMavic Ksyrium SSC
RimsMavic Ksyrium SSC SL, 18-hole/20-hole
SpokesMavic Zicral, bladed
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.