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1998 Research Dynamics Coyote Pro 400

Velopedia Archive ID 79734

Overview

Model year1998
BrandResearch Dynamics
ModelCoyote Pro 400
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID79734
Original MSRP$729.00
ColorsSilver
Sizes14", 16", 18", 20", 22"
Weight26.1 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum, double-butted
ForkRock Shox Indy S
Fork materialAluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX-RC
ShiftersShimano STX-RC RapidFire SL
Front derailleurSuntour TP16, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetShimano STX, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketChin Haur CH-46, 116mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC Z-51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-964

Brakes

BrakesTektro V375A brakes, Tektro RBP-375A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" YST 558
HandlebarHsin Lung aluminum
Handlebar extensionsHsin Lung MT30
StemTahoma Sonne IV
SaddleVelo 269
SeatpostHsin Lung SP-232, 28.6mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsJoy Tech aluminum, Q/R
RimsWeinmann 4019, 32-hole
SpokesShuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.10" Kenda K-877, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Kenda K-887
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube569 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1056.6 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

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