VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Moots Rigor Mootis

Velopedia Archive ID 70984

Overview

Model year1998
BrandMoots
ModelRigor Mootis
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID70984
Original MSRP$3,495.00
ColorsSatin
Sizes12.5", 14.5", 17.5", 18.5", 19.5", 20.5", 22"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material3Al/2.5V titanium w/6Al/4V titanium
ForkRock Shox Sid
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetShimano Deore XT, 22/32/42 teeth
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Chris King NoThreadSet
HandlebarMoots Ti
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemMoots Ti
SaddleNot included
SeatpostMoots Ti, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Deore XT
RimsBuyer's choice
SpokesDT stainless steel, double-butted
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireBuyer's choice
Wheel sizeBuyer's choice wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71.5°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 24, 2026.