AMP Research B3 XT (01) 1996 Technical specs and features

Brand AMP Research
Model B3 XT (01)
First production 1996
Bike category Mountain Bike
Bike sub-category Mountain With Dual Suspension
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Parts And Accessories AMP Research B3 XT (01) Parts   
Available Sizes - 16 (inches) / 40.64 (cm)
- 16 (inches)
- 18.5 (inches) / 46.99 (cm)
- 18.5 (inches)
- 20 (inches) / 50.8 (cm)
- 20 (inches)


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire26 X 1.95 (inches) Hutchinson
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size26 (inches) Wheels
Brakeset type Shimano Deore XT Levers
Shimano Deore XT M-System Brakes
Hubs for disc brakesNot Available
Rims manufacturer 32-hole
Sun Metal CR18
Spoke nipples typeBrass Nipples
Spoke wheel 2.0 (millimeters) Double Butted
Wheelsmith Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materialsAlcoa 6013 T6 Aluminum
Frame typeTIG-welded Steel and welded Aluminum
Handlebar constructionControl Tech Aluminum
Handlebar extenderOptional
Handlebar stem detailsControl Tech
Headset sizeShimano Deore XT

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
Shimano CN-IG51
Bottom bracket shell width68 (millimeters) English
Bottom bracket type 107 (millimeters) Spindle
Shimano BB-UN71
Crankset parts and sizes 22/32/42 Teeth
Shimano Deore LX
Gear shift leversShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Rear gear set 11 - 28 Teeth
8-speed

AMP Research B3 XT (01) Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front) Bottom-pull
Shimano Deore XT
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano Deore XT GS
Fork material Dual Pivot Crown
Aluminum
Fork typeAMP Research F3 XC

Other Specs of AMP Research B3 XT (01)

Component group setsShimano Deore XT
Available colors - Ball-burnished
- black
- red
Weight 24.6
Pedals detailsOptional
Rear shock absorber 3.0 (inches) Travel
AMP
Saddle seat Manganese Rails
Vetta SP
Seat post extension 31.6 (millimeters) Diameter
Control Tech Control Post


AMP Research B3 XT (01) bike review

AMP Research produced the B3 XT (01) bike in 1996 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $2,575.00.
B3 XT (01) bike is available in many sizes such as 16 (inches), 18.5 (inches) and 20 (inches).
AMP Research Mountain bike B3 XT (01) can be found in a few colors, among these colors Ball-burnished, black and red .
This bike is equiped with 26 x 1.95" Hutchinson tires and Wheelsmith stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Sun Metal CR18, 32-hole. AMP Research equiped this exact model with Shimano Deore XT M-System brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers braking system .
To guarantee the comfiest ride AMP Research used Alcoa 6013 T6 aluminum material for the frame. Control Tech aluminum high strength material is used on the handlebar of this B3 XT (01) to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Control Tech.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano CN-IG51 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by AMP Research, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL gear shift levers.