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1998 Moots YBB Superlight

Mountain bike, front & rear suspension bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.

Original MSRP
$4,501.00
Sizes
12.5", 14.5", 17.5", 18.5", custom up to 18.5"
Colors
Satin
Archive ID
74097
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Frameset

Frame ConstructionTIG-welded
Frame Material3Al/2.5V titanium w/6Al/4V titanium
ForkRock Shox Sid
Fork MaterialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear ShockMoots coil spring/elastomer, 1.0" travel

Drivetrain

Component GroupShimano XTR
ShiftersShimano XTR RapidFire SL
Front DerailleurShimano XTR, top-pull
Rear DerailleurShimano XTR SGS
CranksetShimano XTR M950, 24/34/46 teeth
Bottom BracketShimano BB-M950
BB Shell Width68mm English
Rear Cogs8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano XTR 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 XTR
RimsBuyer's choice
SpokesDT stainless steel, double-butted
Spoke NipplesBrass nipples
Front TireBuyer's choice
Wheel SizeBuyer's choice wheels

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Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.

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