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1999 Oryx HTA 500

Velopedia Archive ID 86525

Overview

Model year1999
BrandOryx
ModelHTA 500
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID86525
Original MSRP$1,350.00
ColorsYellow
Sizes40cm, 43cm, 46cm, 50cm
Weight24.2 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionPulse-welded
Frame materialAlcoa 6061 T6 aluminum
ForkRock Shox Judy XC, 3.15" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano XTR
CranksetCyclone 4 Rox, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketTien Hsin TH-7418 AL sealed cartridge, 110mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsTime ATAC

Brakes

BrakesFormula Mechanical disc brakes, Avid SD-2.0 L levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tien Hsin
Handlebar4 Rox alloy butted
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemKore Lite 3
SaddleVelo VL-1001
SeatpostTahoma DP 310

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Formula DC 91, Rear: Formula DC 32
RimsSun Rims Sub 4, 32-hole
SpokesDT Competition stainless steel, 1.8mm double-butted
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Michelin Sprint
Wheel size26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 12, 2026.