Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2004 Santa Cruz Superlight R

Velopedia Archive ID 31355

Overview

Model year	2004
Brand	Santa Cruz
Model	Superlight R
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	31355

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Aluminum
Fork	Rock Shox Duke XC
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, single crown

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Deore LX
Shifters	Shimano Deore LX RapidFire
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore LX
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore XT
Crankset	Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-ES51
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain	Shimano CN-HG73, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Not included

Brakes

Brakes	Avid Single Digit 5 brakes, Avid Speed Dial 5 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Dia Compe HS0218
Handlebar	Easton EA70
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Easton
Saddle	WTB Rocket V-Comp
Seatpost	Easton EA50

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Deore LX
Rims	Mavic XC717 Disc, 32-hole
Spokes	DT stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 1.95" Kenda Karma
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 2, 2026.