Bicycle Archive ยท Specification reportBicycle Archive ยท Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 69040
| Model year | 1997 |
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| Brand | Specialized |
| Model | S-Works M2 |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 69040 |
| Original MSRP | $1,999.99 |
| Colors | Green, mango |
| Sizes | 13.5", 15.5", 17", 18", 19", 20.5" |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
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| Frame material | SBC M2 Metal Matrix Composite |
| Fork | Answer Manitou SX Ti |
| Fork material | Aluminum, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano XTR/XT |
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| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore XT top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano XTR SGS |
| Crankset | S-Works Strongarm, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Ritchey Logic (clipless) |
| Brakes | Shimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Tange-Seiki ST-E |
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| Handlebar | Ritchey ForceLite |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | SBC M2 Metal Matrix Composite |
| Saddle | Specialized Prolong Evolution CK, chromoly rails |
| Seatpost | Ritchey Expert, 30.9 mm diameter |
| Hubs | Front: SBC Stout suspension hub, Rear: Shimano Deore XT |
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| Rims | Mavic 217 SUP, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Ritchey WCS stainless steel, 1.8mm double butted |
| Spoke nipples | Alloy nipples |
| Front tire | Front: 26 x 2.00" Specialized Team Control Team, Rear: 26 x 1.90" Specialized Team Master Team |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 25, 2026.