Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 65855
| Model year | 1997 |
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| Brand | Trek |
| Model | 6500SHX |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 65855 |
| Original MSRP | $724.99 |
| Colors | Red |
| Sizes | 14.5", 16.5", 18", 19.5", 21" |
| Weight | 26.5 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
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| Frame material | Easton EA60 ProGram tapered aluminum |
| Fork | Rock Shox Quadra 5 |
| Fork material | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano STX-RC/Alivio |
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| Shifters | Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Alivio, top-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Alivio |
| Crankset | Shimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 113 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | System 1 w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | Shimano Alivio M-System brakes, Shimano Alivio levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" Tange-Seiki Passage |
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| Handlebar | System 1 |
| Handlebar extensions | System 1 |
| Stem | System 1 |
| Saddle | Trek |
| Seatpost | System 1, 27.2 mm diameter |
| Hubs | Front: System 1 suspension, Rear: Shimano Alivio |
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| Rims | Matrix Guru, 32-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | Front: 26 x 1.95" Tioga Psycho KS, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Tioga Psycho TT-S |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 591.8 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 424.2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1059.2 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 25, 2026.