VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2002 Trek 4500

Velopedia Archive ID 37554

Overview

Model year2002
BrandTrek
Model4500
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID37554
Original MSRP$439.99
ColorsGrey/Gold, Silver/Red
Sizes13", 16.5", 18", 19.5", 21", 22.5", 24"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialAluminum
ForkRock Shox Judy TT, 3.15" travel
Fork materialAluminum, single triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano EF-29
Front derailleurShimano Alivio
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetBontrager, 22/32/42 teeth
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsAluminum platform

Brakes

BrakesAluminum linear-pull brakes, Shimano EF-29 levers

Cockpit & contact points

HeadsetAheadset
HandlebarBontrager Crowbar Sport
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemBontrager Sport
SaddleTrek ATB
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: aluminum, Rear: Shimano RM-40
RimsMatrix 750
SpokesStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Front tire26 x 1.95" Bontrager Jones AC
Wheel size26" wheels

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.