VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Research Dynamics Coyote AFS 900

Velopedia Archive ID 77742

Overview

Model year1998
BrandResearch Dynamics
ModelCoyote AFS 900
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID77742
Original MSRP$2,999.00
ColorsGrey
Sizes17", 19", 21"
Weight26 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum, double-butted
Fork materialAluminum, dual crown crown
Rear shockDNM ST-8RC, 2.75" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano XTR
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano XTR, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano XTR SGS
CranksetShimano XTR M950, 24/34/46 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-M950, 110mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG91, 1/2 x 3/32"

Brakes

BrakesMagura Gustav M Disc brakes, Magura Gustav M levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Aheadset Kontak AL-2
HandlebarTranz-X 810.6
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemTranz-X Jo-392
SaddleVelo Crossbow
SeatpostTranz X Jo-495, 31.6mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsMagura Hugi
RimsMavic X221, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 1.95" Ritchey Alfa Bite, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Ritchey Omega Bite
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube614.7 mm
Head-tube angle71.5°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1056.6 mm
Fork offset / rake43.2 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 18, 2026.