VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Steelman ST XTR

Velopedia Archive ID 58154

Overview

Model year1996
BrandSteelman
ModelST XTR
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID58154
Original MSRP$2,979.00
ColorsBlack jade, dark blue, light blue, lime, orange, purple, red, silver, yellow
Sizes15", 17", 19", 21", custom
Weight23 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel & fillet-brazed steel
Frame materialDedaccai 18MCDV6
ForkBuyer's choice
Fork materialBuyer's choice
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano XTR
ShiftersShimano XTR RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano XTR top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano XTR
CranksetShimano XTR M950-IG, 24/34/46 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-M950, 112.5 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, Buyer's choice of gearing
ChainShimano CN-IG90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano XTR levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Shimano XTR
HandlebarTitec PG 150g titanium
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSteelman
SaddleBuyer's choice
SeatpostAmerican Classic Hot Rod, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic 217 SUP, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire26 x 2.00" IRC PiranhaPro
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube574 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center421.6 mm
Wheelbase1043.9 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 27, 2026.