Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 68709
| Model year | 1997 |
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| Brand | Research Dynamics |
| Model | Coyote Challenge |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 68709 |
| Original MSRP | $369.00 |
| Colors | Blue/black fade |
| Sizes | 12.5", 15.5", 17.5", 18.5", 19.5" |
| Weight | 31.3 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
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| Frame material | Chromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel |
| Fork | RST 156 |
| Fork material | Chromoly, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano AceraX |
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| Shifters | Grip Shift MRX-170 |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Altus top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano AceraX |
| Crankset | Tracer MA-6i, 28/38/48 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Chin Haur CH-46, 122.5 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo LU-895 |
| Brakes | Tektro 986A brakes, Tektro RBP-371A levers |
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| Headset | 1" YST HP-252 |
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| Handlebar | Hsin Lung MTB 110 |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Jye Chen JC80U |
| Saddle | Velo VL-218 |
| Seatpost | Meng Jing MSP-009, 28.6 mm diameter |
| Hubs | Front: Joy Tech JY-731 Q/R, Rear: Joy Tech JY-732 |
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| Rims | HJC P-GN aluminum, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" Super East 117 |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 571.5 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 70° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 436.9 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1066.8 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 25, 2026.