VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2001 Trek 4500

Velopedia Archive ID 35705

Overview

Model year2001
BrandTrek
Model4500
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID35705
Original MSRP$439.99
ColorsBall Burnished, Black, Blue
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge, xsmall

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialAlpha aluminum
ForkRock Shox Jett, 2.5" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Acera EZ Fire Plus
Front derailleurShimano Altus C90 top-swing
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano Altus C90, 24/34/42 teeth
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsAluminum platform

Brakes

BrakesAluminum linear-pull brakes, aluminum linear-pull levers

Cockpit & contact points

HeadsetDia-Compe STR
HandlebarBontrager CrowBar Sport
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemBontrager Sport
SaddleTrek Supersoft
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: aluminum, Rear: Shimano RM-40
RimsMatrix
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm
Front tireBontrager Jones

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube579.1 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center429.3 mm
Wheelbase1056.6 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 October 4, 2026.