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1998 Ti Cycles Custom Ti Ultralight

Velopedia Archive ID 73332

Overview

Model year1998
BrandTi Cycles
ModelCustom Ti Ultralight
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID73332
Original MSRP$4,455.00
ColorsPolished, satin
SizesCustom
Weight17 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material3Al/2.5V titanium, double-butted w/6Al/4V titanium
ForkLook HSC
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite w/carbon fiber steerer, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Dura-Ace
ShiftersShimano Dura-Ace STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano Dura-Ace, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano Dura-Ace
CranksetShimano Dura-Ace, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-7700, 109.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, Buyer's choice of gearing
ChainShimano CN-7700, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Dura-Ace Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Dura-Ace levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" threadless Chris King NoThreadSet
HandlebarTTT Forma 2
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSalsa chromoly
SaddleSelle San Marco Strada, titanium rails
SeatpostAmerican Classic, 28.6mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Dura-Ace
RimsMavic Open Pro, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith XL stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Continental Grand Prix kevlar
Wheel size700c wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 9, 2026.