Bicycle Archive ยท Specification reportBicycle Archive ยท Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 62791
| Model year | 1997 |
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| Brand | North Star |
| Model | El Sol |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 62791 |
| Original MSRP | $1,499.00 |
| Colors | Teal |
| Sizes | 15", 17", 19", 21" |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Tange Prestige chromoly, double-butted |
| Fork | Rock Shox Judy XC |
| Fork material | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano Deore XT |
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| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano XTR SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/44 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN72 |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | North Star Elite clipless |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers |
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| Headset | 1" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset |
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| Handlebar | North Star Pro Series |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | North Star |
| Saddle | North Star embroidered kevlar |
| Seatpost | North Star micro-adjust |
| Hubs | Front: Shimano Deore XT suspension, Rear: Shimano Deore XT |
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| Rims | Mavic 221, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted |
| Spoke nipples | Alloy nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 20, 2026.