Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Scott Elite Racing

Velopedia Archive ID 52114

Overview

Model year	1996
Brand	Scott
Model	Elite Racing
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	52114
Original MSRP	$1,841.99
Colors	Light blue
Sizes	16", 17.5", 19", 20.5"

Frameset

Frame construction	Welded aluminum
Frame material	Easton Elan double-butted
Fork	Rock Shox Judy XC
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Deore XT
Shifters	Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore XT SGS
Crankset	White Industries, 20/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-UN72
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain	1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Scott Twincam (clipless)

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset SA-2
Handlebar	Scott AT-2
Handlebar extensions	Integral to handlebar
Stem	Tioga AL-3
Saddle	Vetta AT Transverse
Seatpost	Kalloy alloy, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Rims	Mavic 220, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Alloy nipples
Front tire	Front: 26 x 1.95" Ritchey Mega-Bite Z-Max kevlar, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Ritchey Omega Bite WCS
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	558.8 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	73.5°
Chainstay / rear center	424.2 mm
Wheelbase	1054.1 mm
Fork offset / rake	40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 12, 2026.