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1998 Giant MCM 980

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    Years this model was made:

    1998

    1997

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    Bicycle TypeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
    MSRP (new) $2,999.99
    Weight28.25
    SizesMedium
    ColorsNatural carbon/polished
    Item ID78526

    Frame & Fork
    Frame ConstructionTIG-welded/bonded
    Frame Tubing MaterialCarbon fiber composite/aluminum
    Fork Brand & ModelRock Shox Judy SL
    Fork MaterialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
    Rear ShockRock Shox Coupe Deluxe, 4.0" travel

    Components
    Component GroupGrip Shift ESP 9.0/Shimano Deore XT
    BrakesetShimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Grip Shift ESP 9.0 levers
    Shift LeversGrip Shift ESP 9.0
    Front DerailleurShimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/braze-on
    Rear DerailleurGrip Shift ESP 9.0
    CranksetShimano Deore XT, 24/34/42 teeth
    PedalsWellgo WPD-702 clipless
    Bottom BracketShimano BB-UN72, 110mm spindle
    BB Shell Width68mm English
    Rear Cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
    ChainSachs PC-41, 1/2 x 3/32"
    SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 30.8mm diameter
    SaddleWTB SSTK, hollow chromoly rails w/kevlar sides
    HandlebarAluminum, butted
    Handlebar ExtensionsAluminum
    Handlebar StemAluminum
    Headset1 1/8" threadless Aheadset SAS

    Wheels
    HubsFront: Formula, Rear: Shimano Deore XT
    RimsMavic X517, 32-hole
    Tires26 x 1.95" WTB VelociRaptor 44/50
    Spoke BrandDT stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
    Spoke NipplesBrass nipples




    *All prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. Please check with your local dealer about model availability in your country. All bicycles are not solely for North American market.

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