Dean Sputnik Expert SID SL 1999 Technical specs and features

Brand Dean
Model Sputnik Expert SID SL
First production 1999
Bike category Mountain Bike
Bike sub-category Mountain With Front Suspension
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Parts And Accessories Dean Sputnik Expert SID SL Parts   
Available Sizes - Large
- medium
- small


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tireIRC
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel sizeNot Available
Brakeset type Shimano Deore LX Levers
Rhino Linear-pull Brakes
Hubs for disc brakesShimano Deore LX
Rims manufacturerMavic X222
Spoke nipples typeNot Available
Spoke wheelStainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials3Al and 2.5V Titanium and carbon Fiber Composite
Frame typeTIG-welded
Handlebar constructionRhino
Handlebar extenderOptional
Handlebar stem detailsDean Aluminum
Headset size1 1/8 (inches) Threadless Aheadset Kontak SA

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
Shimano CN-HG72
Bottom bracket shell width68 (millimeters) English
Bottom bracket typeShimano Deore LX
Crankset parts and sizesShimano Deore LX
Gear shift leversShimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Rear gear set9-speed

Dean Sputnik Expert SID SL Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front)Shimano Deore XT
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano Deore XT
Fork material Triple-clamp Crown
Aluminum and magnesium
Fork type 2.5 (inches) Travel
Rock Shox Sid SL

Other Specs of Dean Sputnik Expert SID SL

Component group setsShimano Deore LX and XT
Available colors - Natural Carbon and Ti
Weight Unspecified
Pedals detailsOptional
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seat Titanium Rails
SDG Ventura Comp
Seat post extension 27.2 (millimeters) Diameter
Dean Aluminum


Dean Sputnik Expert SID SL bike review

Dean produced the Sputnik Expert SID SL bike in 1999 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $3,239.00.
Sputnik Expert SID SL bike is available in many sizes such as Large , medium and small .
Dean Mountain bike Sputnik Expert SID SL can be found in a few colors, among these colors Natural Carbon and Ti .
This bike is equiped with IRC tires and Stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Mavic X222. Dean equiped this exact model with Rhino linear-pull brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers braking system and Shimano Deore LX hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Dean used 3Al/2.5V titanium/carbon fiber composite material for the frame. Rhino high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Sputnik Expert SID SL to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Dean Aluminum.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano Deore LX is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano CN-HG72 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Dean, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL gear shift levers.