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1998 Schwinn Homegrown Factory XT (01)

Velopedia Archive ID 73993

Overview

Model year1998
BrandSchwinn
ModelHomegrown Factory XT (01)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID73993
Original MSRP$2,399.95
ColorsBass boat blue w/bass boat silver
Sizes13", 15", 17", 19", 21"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialEaston 7005 aluminum, custom-butted
ForkRock Shox Judy SL
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT
ShiftersShimano XTR RapidFire SL w/Remote SS-95
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT top-swing
Rear derailleurShimano XTR SGS
CranksetShimano Deore XT, 22/32/44 teeth
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
Chain1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsScott clipless

Brakes

BrakesRock Shox disc/Shimano Deore XT V-Brake rear brakes, Avid SD-2.0 L levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless WTB Momentum grease guard
HandlebarTitec Enduro
Handlebar extensionsScott aluminum
StemTitec A1 aluminum
SaddleFi'zi:k Nisene
SeatpostTitec AL-235

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Formula, Rear: Shimano Deore XT
RimsMavic X222, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" Michelin Wild Gripper Sprint kevlar
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube569 mm
Head-tube angle71.5°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1038.9 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 2, 2026.