K2 Launch 4.0 2002 Technical specs and features
| Brand | K2 |
| Model | Launch 4.0 |
| First production | 2002 |
| Bike category | Mountain Bike |
| Bike sub-category | Mountain With Dual Suspension |
| Bike Pricing | Check price Here ==> |
| Parts And Accessories | K2 Launch 4.0 Parts |
| Available Sizes | - Large - medium - small - way big |
Wheels And Breaking System
| Bike front tire | 26 X 2.125 (inches) WTB MutanoRaptor |
| Bike rear tire | Not Available |
| Bike wheel size | 26 (inches) Wheels |
| Brakeset type | Avid Speed Dial 5 Levers Avid Mechanical Disc Brakes |
| Hubs for disc brakes | Shimano Deore |
| Rims manufacturer | 32-hole WTB Dual Duty |
| Spoke nipples type | Brass Nipples |
| Spoke wheel | 14ga. Straight Gauge Stainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specifications
| Frame materials | 7005 aluminum c |
| Frame type | TIG-welded |
| Handlebar construction | 1.25 (inches) Rise Aluminum |
| Handlebar extender | Optional |
| Handlebar stem details | Aluminum Threadless |
| Headset size | 1 1/8 (inches) Threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST |
Gearing Specs
| Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches) Shimano CN-HG72 |
| Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
| Bottom bracket type | Sealed Cartridge |
| Crankset parts and sizes | 22/32/42 Teeth Shimano FC-M440 |
| Gear shift levers | Shimano Deore RapidFire SL |
| Rear gear set | 11 - 32 Teeth 9-speed |
K2 Launch 4.0 Fork System Data
| Derailleur (Front) | Clamp-on Shimano LX |
| Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano Deore LX SGS |
| Fork material | Single Triple-clamp Crown Aluminum |
| Fork type | 3.15 (inches)-4.0 (inches) Adjustable Travel Answer Manitou Black Comp 8100 |
Other Specs of K2 Launch 4.0
| Component group sets | Mountain Mix |
| Available colors | - Black and White |
| Weight | Unspecified |
| Pedals details | Shimano PD-M505 SPD |
| Rear shock absorber | 3.5 (inches) Travel Noleen Sport Adjustable |
| Saddle seat | WTB SST.X3 |
| Seat post extension | 27.2 (millimeters) Diameter Aluminum Micro-adjust |
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K2 Launch 4.0 bike review
K2 produced the Launch 4.0 bike in 2002 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $1,399.00.
Launch 4.0 bike is available in many sizes such as Large , medium , small and way big .
K2 Mountain bike Launch 4.0 can be found in a few colors, among these colors Black and White .
This bike is equiped with 26 x 2.125" WTB MutanoRaptor tires and Stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by WTB Dual Duty, 32-hole. K2 equiped this exact model with Avid Mechanical Disc brakes, Avid Speed Dial 5 levers braking system and Shimano Deore hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride K2 used 7005 aluminum material for the frame. Aluminum, 1.25" rise high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Launch 4.0 to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Aluminum threadless.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano FC-M440, 22/32/42 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano CN-HG72 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by K2, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano Deore RapidFire SL gear shift levers.