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1996 Research Dynamics Coyote Two

Velopedia Archive ID 57872

Overview

Model year1996
BrandResearch Dynamics
ModelCoyote Two
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID57872
Original MSRP$295.00
ColorsDark blue
Sizes12.5", 15.5", 17.5", 18.5", 19.5"
Weight29.9 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly/hi-tensile steel
ForkRD 26
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Altus C90
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-100
Front derailleurSuntour FD-XR15, bottom-pull
Rear derailleurShimano Altus
CranksetSR CW-XR15, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketYST, 122 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-895

Brakes

BrakesTektro 860A brakes, Tektro 371AP levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" YST 622
HandlebarJae Chen ATB-11
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemMeng Jing ATB-130S
SaddleVelo VL-161
SeatpostKalloy SP-05, 26.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsKin Lin RT-6n, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" Kenda K-816
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube556.3 mm
Head-tube angle70°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center436.9 mm
Wheelbase1054.1 mm
Fork offset / rake47 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 25, 2026.