VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Scott Vantage M16

Velopedia Archive ID 52985

Overview

Model year1996
BrandScott
ModelVantage M16
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID52985
Original MSRP$780.99
ColorsGray
Sizes16", 17.5", 19", 20.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded aluminum
Frame material7005 aluminum
ForkRock Shox Quadra 5
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-300i
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-951 w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesChang Star 852AT cantilever

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless
HandlebarPrimetec butted alloy
Handlebar extensionsScott AT-NZ
StemAlloy, cold forged
SaddleScott Performance
SeatpostKalloy alloy, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic 238, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 1.95" Ritchey Mega-Bite Z-Max, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Ritchey Climb Max
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube558.8 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1054.1 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

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