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1996 Performance M-406 S

Velopedia Archive ID 57413

Overview

Model year1996
BrandPerformance
ModelM-406 S
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID57413
Original MSRP$589.00
ColorsDark blue, red
Sizes13", 15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight28.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialTrue Temper AVR, double-butted
ForkRST 381
Fork materialAluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX
ShiftersShimano STX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano STX, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetSR CW-CM35, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC40, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-331A w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano STX M-System brakes, Shimano STX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless YST 541AE
HandlebarAvitar aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung alloy
SaddleSelle San Marco Hovercraft
SeatpostPolygon PM-312, 26.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsWeinmann 519, 36-hole
SpokesShuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" WTB Primal Raptor
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565 mm
Head-tube angle71.8°
Seat-tube angle72.7°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Wheelbase1018 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 29, 2026.