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1996 Performance M-606

Velopedia Archive ID 53429

Overview

Model year1996
BrandPerformance
ModelM-606
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID53429
Original MSRP$369.00
ColorsDark blue, gray
Sizes15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight28.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame material4130 chromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkSpinner
Fork material4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano AceraX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-300i
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano AceraX
CranksetTracer 330i, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketTien Hsin TH-M1, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC40, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-977S w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano AceraX M-System brakes, Tektro 367AP levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Tien Hsin TH-3600
HandlebarHsin Lung alloy
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemJD-312 Suspension
SaddleSelle San Marco Hovercraft Gel
SeatpostKalloy SP-242, 26.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

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

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube545 mm
Head-tube angle70°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center430 mm
Wheelbase1052 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.