VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Wheeler DZX6000

Velopedia Archive ID 74703

Overview

Model year1998
BrandWheeler
ModelDZX6000
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID74703
Original MSRP$1,523.00
ColorsMango/black
Sizes17", 19", 21"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum
ForkRST 461DH
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockStratos Strata Sport

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore LX
ShiftersShimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT GS
CranksetShimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsPlatform, aluminum clipless

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Aheadset Kontak AL-2
HandlebarTitec Enduro Hell Bent
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemTitec AL-PG
SaddleTitec Berserker
SeatpostRitchey Expert

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano STX-RC
RimsMavic X222, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" IRC Mythos XC
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube581 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle72.5°
Chainstay / rear center430 mm
Wheelbase1081 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 24, 2026.