Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2011 Specialized Ariel Step-Thru

Velopedia Archive ID 22181

Overview

Model year	2011
Brand	Specialized
Model	Ariel Step-Thru
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	22181
Colors	Wht/Red
Sizes	Womens small, womens medium, womens large

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	A1 Premium aluminum
Fork	SR Suntour SF11
Fork material	Single
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	Shimano
Front derailleur	Shimano FD-TX51, 31.8 clamp, bottom pull
Rear derailleur	Shimano Altus
Crankset	Sqaure taper spline, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracket	Cartridge
Cassette	SRAM
Rear cogs	7-speed
Chain	KMC Z7
Pedals	Composite

Brakes

Brakes	Die cast alloy brakes, V brake levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	Ahead
Handlebar	Hi-Ten
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Melt-forged alloy
Saddle	Specialized BG Women's Riva MTB
Seatpost	Alloy Double Bolt, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Double sealed
Rims	Alloy, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front tire	700 x 45c Specialized Borough XC Sport
Wheel size	700c wheels

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