North Star El Sol 1997 Technical specs and features
| Brand | North Star |
| Model | El Sol |
| First production | 1997 |
| Bike category | Mountain Bike |
| Bike sub-category | Mountain With Front Suspension |
| Bike Pricing | See price on Amazon |
| Parts And Accessories | North Star El Sol Parts |
| Available Sizes | - 15 (inches) / 38.1 (cm)- 15 (inches)- 17 (inches) / 43.18 (cm)- 17 (inches)- 19 (inches) / 48.26 (cm)- 19 (inches)- 21 (inches) / 53.34 (cm)- 21 (inches) |
Wheels And Breaking System
| Bike front tire | 26 X 2.10 (inches) WTB VelociRaptor |
| Bike rear tire | Not Available |
| Bike wheel size | 26 (inches) Wheels |
| Brakeset type | Shimano Deore XT LeversShimano Deore XT V-Brake Brakes |
| Hubs for disc brakes | Rear: Shimano Deore XTFront: Shimano Deore XT Suspension |
| Rims manufacturer | 32-holeMavic 221 |
| Spoke nipples type | Alloy Nipples |
| Spoke wheel | 2.0 (millimeters) Double ButtedStainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specifications
| Frame materials | Double-buttedTange Prestige Chromoly |
| Frame type | TIG-welded |
| Handlebar construction | North Star Pro Series |
| Handlebar extender | Optional |
| Handlebar stem details | North Star |
| Headset size | 1 (inches) Threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset |
Gearing Specs
| Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)Shimano CN-IG51 |
| Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
| Bottom bracket type | Shimano BB-UN72 |
| Crankset parts and sizes | 22/32/44 TeethShimano Deore XT |
| Gear shift levers | Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL |
| Rear gear set | 11 - 28 Teeth8-speed |
North Star El Sol Fork System Data
| Derailleur (Front) | Top-pull and clamp-on 28.6 (millimeters)Shimano Deore XT Top-swing |
| Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano XTR SGS |
| Fork material | Triple-clamp CrownMagnesium |
| Fork type | Rock Shox Judy XC |
Other Specs of North Star El Sol
| Component group sets | Shimano Deore XT |
| Available colors | - Teal |
| Weight | Unspecified |
| Pedals details | North Star Elite Clipless |
| Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
| Saddle seat | North Star Embroidered Kevlar |
| Seat post extension | North Star Micro-adjust |
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North Star El Sol bike review
North Star produced the El Sol bike in 1997 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $1,499.00.El Sol bike is available in many sizes such as 15 (inches), 17 (inches), 19 (inches) and 21 (inches).
North Star Mountain bike El Sol can be found in one single color which is Teal.
This bike is equiped with 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor tires and Stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Mavic 221, 32-hole. North Star equiped this exact model with Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers braking system and Front: Shimano Deore XT suspension, Rear: Shimano Deore XT hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride North Star used Tange Prestige chromoly, double-butted material for the frame. North Star Pro Series high strength material is used on the handlebar of this El Sol to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of North Star.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/44 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano CN-IG51 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by North Star, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL gear shift levers.