1997 Specialized Stumpjumper M2 18" team red

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Legendary 1997 Specialized Stumpjumper M2, all original, completely restored with numerous upgrades. Best for 5’5”-5’11” riders. Superlight M2 metal matrix composite frame (24lbs!), 24-speed Shimano drivetrain, front shocks, new 26×2.1” all terrain tires. Beautiful ‘red eye’ enamel color – the world will see you coming!  Original price: $1100

This is Matt’s bike now.

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NEW & UPGRADED COMPONENTS

  • Tires: CST Jack Rabbit 26×2.1 all terrain, superlight
  • Brakes pads: Shimano
  • Chain: Shimano CN IG-51 1/2×3/32″
  • Bottom Bracket: Shimano BB-UN52, 68mm English BB Shell Width               
  • Inner tubes: Specialized/Kenda
  • Cables and cable housing: Shimano / Tarlec
  • Spoke protector: pro bamboo kitchen
  • Stem: Ritchey WCS
  • Handlebar: Ritchey WCS
  • Saddle: Hollow MTB PU leather gel
  • Handlebar grips: OURY grips, made in USA
  • Tarlec silicone protectors in all places where housings touch the frame

ORIGINAL COMPONENTS

  • Frame: Specialized M2x metal matrix ceramic composite, handmade in USA
  • Fork: Manitou Answer Spyder, aluminum, triple-clamp crown
  • Wheels: 26″, Specialized Stout hub (front) Shimano LX (rear); Mavic 238 rims, stainless spokes, brass nipples
  • Brakeset: Avid 1D-2.0 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 levers
  • Shift Levers: Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
  • Front Derailleur: Shimano Deore LX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm
  • Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore XT SGS
  • Crankset: Specialized Son of Strongarm, 22/32/42 teeth
  • Rear Cogs: Shimano 8-speed, 11-30 teeth
  • Seatpost: Ritchey Expert, 30.9mm diameter
  • Handlebars: Ritchey ForceLite 6061 alloy T6-170 grams
  • Handlebar Stem: forged Specialized A1 aluminum
  • Headset: 1-1/8″ threadless Tange-Seiki ST-E
  • Pedals: aluminum cage platform w/reflectors