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1998 Specialized Hotrock 24

Velopedia Archive ID 73260

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	Specialized
Model	Hotrock 24
Bicycle type	Juvenile
Archive ID	73260
Original MSRP	$250.00
Colors	Grabber green, teal pearl, team red
Sizes	Boys, girls

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Chromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
Fork	Specialized Big Fork
Fork material	Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	Grip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleur	SR XR05, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano Tourney TY-22
Crankset	SR aluminum, 28/38/48 teeth
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
Chain	Uniglide, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Resin

Brakes

Brakes	Linear-pull brakes, aluminum levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" steel
Handlebar	Steel
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Hi-tensile steel
Saddle	Specialized Mini Mountain
Seatpost	Pillar, aluminum, 30.4mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Steel, nutted
Rims	Aluminum, 36-hole
Spokes	Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	24 x 1.80" Specialized Dirt Control
Wheel size	24" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 3, 2026.