Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1993 Miyata Elevation 500

Velopedia Archive ID 42202

Overview

Model year	1993
Brand	Miyata
Model	Elevation 500
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID	42202
Original MSRP	$555.00
Sizes	14.5, 16.5, 18.5, 20.5
Weight	28 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded steel
Frame material	Miyata OS STB steel
Fork	Full chrome-moly unicrown

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Exage LT Rapidfire Plus
Shifters	Shimano Exage LT Rapidfire Plus
Front derailleur	Shimano Exage LT
Rear derailleur	Shimano Exage LT
Crankset	Shimano Exage LT, 26/36/46 teeth
Rear cogs	7-speed, 13 - 30 teeth
Chain	KMC HG-50
Pedals	HTI resin w/steel cage

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Exage LT brakes, levers

Cockpit & contact points

Handlebar	Alloy
Stem	Zoom
Saddle	Velo Gel Lite
Seatpost	Kalloy SP266

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano
Rims	Araya VP-20, 36-hole
Front tire	26 x 2.10" Kenda
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	563.9 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	71°
Chainstay / rear center	424.2 mm
Wheelbase	1066.8 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 22, 2026.