Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Schwinn S-40

Velopedia Archive ID 81944

Overview

Model year	1999
Brand	Schwinn
Model	S-40
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	81944
Original MSRP	$1,099.00
Colors	Deep Kandy Blue w/Black and Silver
Sizes	15", 17", 19", 21"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	7005 aluminum, butted
Fork	Rock Shox Judy C, 3.15" travel
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shock	Rock Shox Deluxe

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	Shimano Alivio RapidFire SL
Front derailleur	Shimano Acera
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore LX
Crankset	Shimano AceraX, 22/32/42 teeth
Rear cogs	8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
Chain	1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Ritchey Logic Sport

Brakes

Brakes	Avid 1D-10 brakes, Avid SD-1.0 L levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Tioga TG
Handlebar	Titec Enduro
Handlebar extensions	Aluminum
Stem	Titec Lil' AL
Saddle	Schwinn Stinger w/Kevlar
Seatpost	Kalloy SP-230

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Formula aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano Alivio
Rims	Weinmann Zac 19, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 1.95" Schwinn Moab XC Leader
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 5, 2026.