Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Specialized S-Works M4

Velopedia Archive ID 82992

Overview

Model year	1999
Brand	Specialized
Model	S-Works M4
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	82992
Original MSRP	$2,499.99
Colors	Metallic Yellow, Team Red
Sizes	13.5", 15.5", 17", 18", 19", 20.5"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Specialized M4 Metal Matrix
Fork	Answer Manitou SX Carbon, 2.75" travel
Fork material	Carbon fiber composite/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Deore XT/XTR
Shifters	Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore XT top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano XTR SGS
Crankset	Specialized S-Works ForeArm, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-M952, 107mm spindle
BB shell width	73mm English
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain	Shimano CN-HG92, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Specialized Team Ti clipless

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano XTR levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Specialized S-Works Headfirst
Handlebar	S-Works 150g
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	S-Works cold-forged
Saddle	Specialized Prolong
Seatpost	Ritchey Expert, 30.9mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	S-Works STOUT
Rims	Mavic X517, 28-hole/32-hole
Spokes	DT stainless steel, 1.8mm double-butted
Spoke nipples	Alloy nipples
Front tire	Front: 26 x 1.95" Specialized Dirt Control Team, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Specialized Mt. Baldy Team
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	564 mm
Head-tube angle	71.5°
Seat-tube angle	73.5°
Chainstay / rear center	426 mm
Wheelbase	1056 mm
Fork offset / rake	38 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 4, 2026.