Velopedia Bicycle Archive

1996 Slingshot MTQ-2

Mountain bike, front & rear suspension bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.

Original MSRP
$1,595.00
Sizes
14", 16", 18", 20"
Colors
Black, yellow
Archive ID
55154
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Frameset

Frame ConstructionTIG-welded steel
Frame MaterialTrue Temper chromoly
ForkTange
Fork MaterialTange chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear ShockCustom mid-frame suspension

Drivetrain

Component GroupSachs Centera
ShiftersSachs Power Grip Extreme
Front DerailleurSachs Centera, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear DerailleurSachs Neos
CranksetSachs Centera, 22/32/42 teeth
BB Shell Width73mm English
Rear Cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SCM55, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesDia-Compe VC-700 brakes, Dia-Compe PC-8 levers

Cockpit & Contact Points

Headset1" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset DL-2
HandlebarTitec 140g
Handlebar ExtensionsNot included
StemSlingshot
SaddleAvocet O2 Air
SeatpostTitec AL-235, 28.6 mm diameter

Wheels & Tires

RimsSun Metal CRE16, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke NipplesBrass nipples
Front TireFront: 26 x 2.10" Specialized Team Control, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Specialized Team Master
Wheel Size26" wheels

Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.

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