Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Porter Frames Loki (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 70540

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	Porter Frames
Model	Loki (02)
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	70540
Original MSRP	$1,567.00
Colors	Custom
Sizes	13", 16", 18", 20"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	6061 T6 aluminum
Fork	Marzocchi Bomber Z-3 Light
Fork material	Aluminum, triple-clamp crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Deore LX
Shifters	Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore LX
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore XT SGS
Crankset	Shimano Deore LX
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
Chain	Shimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Ritchey Logic

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Aheadset
Handlebar	Titec 6061
Handlebar extensions	Titec L-Bend
Stem	Titec aluminum
Saddle	Vetta
Seatpost	Titec aluminum

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Deore LX
Rims	Sun Rims, 32-hole
Spokes	DT stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 1.95" Continental
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	596.9 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	73°
Chainstay / rear center	425.4 mm
Wheelbase	1066.8 mm
Fork offset / rake	40.6 mm

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