Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Porter Frames Loki (05)

Velopedia Archive ID 71661

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	Porter Frames
Model	Loki (05)
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	71661
Original MSRP	$3,310.00
Colors	Custom
Sizes	13", 16", 18", 20"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	6061 T6 aluminum
Fork	Marzocchi Bomber Z-2
Fork material	Aluminum, triple-clamp crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano XTR
Shifters	Shimano XTR RapidFire SL
Front derailleur	Shimano XTR top-swing
Rear derailleur	Shimano XTR SGS
Crankset	Shimano XTR M950, 24/34/46 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-M950
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain	Shimano CN-IG90, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Ritchey Logic

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano XTR levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Chris King NoThreadSet
Handlebar	Syncros Hardcore
Handlebar extensions	Control Tech
Stem	Syncros Hardcore
Saddle	Vetta
Seatpost	Syncros Hardcore aluminum

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano XTR
Rims	Sun Rims CR17A, 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 29, 2026.