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2003 Trek Elite 9.8

Velopedia Archive ID 91981

Overview

Model year2003
BrandTrek
ModelElite 9.8
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID91981
Original MSRP$2,499.99
ColorsStarry Night/Baja Blue
Sizes17.5", 19.5", 21.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionBonded
Frame materialCarbon fiber composite
ForkRock Shox Sid Team, 63-80mm travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT
Rear derailleurShimano XTR SGS
CranksetBontrager Race, 22/32/44 teeth
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-M515 SPD

Brakes

BrakesAvid Single Digit 5 brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Aheadset
HandlebarBontrager Race
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemBontrager Race
SaddleBontrager FS 2000
SeatpostBontrager Race

Wheels & tires

HubsBontrager Race Lite
RimsBontrager Race Lite Tubeless, 24-hole/28-hole
SpokesStainless steel
Front tire26 x 1.95" Bontrager Super X Tubeless
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube625 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424 mm
Wheelbase1102 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.