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1999 Specialized FSR Elite

Velopedia Archive ID 89113

Overview

Model year1999
BrandSpecialized
ModelFSR Elite
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID89113
Original MSRP$2,499.99
ColorsNatural Anodized
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialSpecialized MAX aluminum
ForkAnswer Manitou X-Vert R, 4.5" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, double triple-clamp crown
Rear shockFox Vanilla R, 4.5" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 35.0mm
Rear derailleurShimano XTR SGS
CranksetSpecialized ForeArm Pro, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketSpecialized Elite, 107mm spindle
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsSpecialized Comp clipless

Brakes

BrakesHayes Hydraulic Disc brakes, Hayes levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Specialized Headfirst Comp
HandlebarSpecialized SpecialRise
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemSpecialized A-1
SaddleSpecialized Carbotech C
SeatpostRitchey Expert, 30.9mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsSpecialized STOUT Disc
RimsMavic X221, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.00" Specialized Team Control Comp, Rear: 26 x 1.90" Specialized Team Master Comp
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube572 mm
Head-tube angle71.5°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center426 mm
Wheelbase1043 mm
Fork offset / rake38 mm

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