VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Research Dynamics Coyote Pro Four

Velopedia Archive ID 51896

Overview

Model year1996
BrandResearch Dynamics
ModelCoyote Pro Four
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID51896
Original MSRP$739.00
ColorsBlack
Sizes13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 18.5", 19.5"
Weight26.2 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded aluminum
Frame material7005 aluminum, butted
ForkRST 380
Fork materialAluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400
Front derailleurShimano STX, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetTracer, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 118 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-951

Brakes

BrakesShimano Alivio M-System brakes, Dia-Compe PC-3N levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset SA-2
HandlebarHsin Lung alloy
Handlebar extensionsProfitting alloy ski bend
StemTahoma alloy
SaddleVelo VL-209
SeatpostKalloy SP-266, 31.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsAraya GP-710, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.10" Cheng Shin C-1060, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Cheng Shin C-1066
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube558.8 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1054.1 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 25, 2026.