VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Moots YBB SL

Velopedia Archive ID 82743

Overview

Model year1999
BrandMoots
ModelYBB SL
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID82743
Original MSRP$4,425.00
ColorsSatin
Sizes12.5", 14.5", 16.5", 17.5", 18.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material3Al/2.5V titanium w/6Al/4V titanium
ForkRock Shox Sid SL, 2.5" travel
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-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano XTR
CranksetShimano XTR M952, 24/34/46 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-M952, 112.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 34 teeth
ChainShimano CN-7700, 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
SaddleSerfas Moots Ti
SeatpostMoots Ti, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano XTR
RimsMavic X517
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tireBuyer's choice
Wheel sizeBuyer's choice wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71.5°
Seat-tube angle73.25°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1059.2 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 23, 2026.