1994 Answer Manitou DH
Considered revolutionary for a suspension bike at the time, the design essentially used fork legs for the rear struts. While the suspension was active and fairly plush, the frames were plagued with cracking, particularly at the headtube. The construction of these frames made extensive use of hollow CNC junctions, resulting in a very light frame. The build of this bike enhances the blue anodizing of the suspension components, without becoming saturated. The M900 XTR group features the full 39 piece SRP titanium bolt kit for weight savings.
The Build
Year: 1994
Serial: DH950080 Frame: Answer Manitou DH Fork: Answer Manitou EFC DH Stem: Answer A-Tac DH Headset: Chris King Bottom Bracket: Shimano XTR Cartridge Bearing Handlebar: Answer Alumilite DH Shifters: SRAM Grip Shift 800X X-Ray Front Derailleur: Shimano XTR M900 Rear Derailleur: Shimano XTR M900 Long Cage Brake Levers: Avid Speed Dial Front Brake: Avid Tri-Align Rear Brake: Avid Tri-Align Crankset: Shimano XTR M900 Chainrings: Shimano XTR 26-36-48 Pedals: Shimano XT 747 Hubs: Manitou Suspension / Ringle Super Bubba Rims: Mavic 261 Tires: Ritchey Z-Max WCS 2.35 Wheel QR: Ringle Twister Seatpost: Answer Manitou Ringle Moby Saddle: Selle Italia Flite Grips: ATI Cogs: Shimano XTR M900 Chain: Sachs Bottle Cage: Ringle H2O |
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