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1996 Performance M-006

Velopedia Archive ID 52929

Overview

Model year1996
BrandPerformance
ModelM-006
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID52929
Original MSRP$1,649.00
ColorsRed
Sizes13", 15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight21 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded aluminum
Frame materialEaston ProGram Elite double-butted
ForkRock Shox Judy XC
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire Plus
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetWhite Industries, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN72, 107 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC40, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsRitchey Logic (clipless)

Brakes

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

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless YST 541AE
HandlebarBontrager Titec 140g
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung alloy
SeatpostZoom Microset, 26.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic 217 SUP, 32-hole
SpokesUnion titanium, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565 mm
Head-tube angle71.3°
Seat-tube angle72.7°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Wheelbase1018 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 28, 2026.