VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Scott Elite Racing

Velopedia Archive ID 68363

Overview

Model year1997
BrandScott
ModelElite Racing
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID68363
Original MSRP$1,629.00
ColorsBlack/dark blue fade
SizesLarge, medium, small
Weight24 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionMonocoque
Frame materialCarbon fiber composite
ForkRock Shox Indy XC
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore LX
ShiftersShimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX SGS
CranksetShimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainKMC, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsScott TwinCam clipless

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tioga ST2-E
HandlebarScott AT-1
Handlebar extensionsScott Pro Stock
StemAluminum
SaddleScott Sport
SeatpostAluminum, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Deore LX
RimsMavic 221, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor kevlar
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube574 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center429.3 mm
Wheelbase1054.1 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 September 21, 2026.