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2000 Trek 8500 R

Velopedia Archive ID 45939

Overview

Model year2000
BrandTrek
Model8500 R
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID45939
Original MSRP$1,639.00
ColorsGloss Black
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialAlpha SL aluminum
ForkRock Shox Sid XC, 3.15" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetICON Graphite, 22/32/44 teeth
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsBontrager Re-Entry

Brakes

BrakesAvid 1D-20 brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers

Cockpit & contact points

HeadsetAheadset SAS
HandlebarICON Graphite
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemICON Graphite
SaddleBontrager FS 2000
SeatpostICON Graphite

Wheels & tires

HubsRolf Dolomite
RimsFront: Rolf Dolomite, Rear: Rolf Dolomite Assymetric, 24-hole/28-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
Front tireFront: 26 x 1.90" Bontrager Super-X, Rear: 26 x 1.80" Bontrager Super-X
Wheel size26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 5, 2026.