Scott Octane FX 1998 Technical specs and features
| Brand | Scott |
| Model | Octane FX |
| First production | 1998 |
| Bike category | Mountain Bike |
| Bike sub-category | Mountain With Dual Suspension |
| Bike Pricing | See price on Amazon |
| Parts And Accessories | Scott Octane FX Parts |
| Available Sizes | - 16 (inches) / 40.64 (cm)- 16 (inches)- 17.5 (inches) / 44.45 (cm)- 17.5 (inches)- 19 (inches) / 48.26 (cm)- 19 (inches) |
Wheels And Breaking System
| Bike front tire | 26 X 1.95 (inches) IRC Mythos XC |
| Bike rear tire | Not Available |
| Bike wheel size | 26 (inches) Wheels |
| Brakeset type | Avid SD-1.9 L LeversAvid 1D-10 Brakes |
| Hubs for disc brakes | Q and R Rear: Shimano STX-RCFront: Formula Aluminum |
| Rims manufacturer | 32-holeMavic X138 |
| Spoke nipples type | Brass Nipples |
| Spoke wheel | 1.8 (millimeters) Straight GaugeChung Nan Stainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specifications
| Frame materials | Double-butted7005 Aluminum |
| Frame type | TIG-welded |
| Handlebar construction | Scott Octane Comp |
| Handlebar extender | Scott Pro Stock |
| Handlebar stem details | Kore Lite |
| Headset size | 1 1/8 (inches) Threadless Tioga |
Gearing Specs
| Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)Sachs PC-41 |
| Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
| Bottom bracket type | 110 (millimeters) SpindleTange |
| Crankset parts and sizes | 22/32/42 TeethShimano Deore LX |
| Gear shift levers | Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL |
| Rear gear set | 11 - 30 Teeth8-speed |
Scott Octane FX Fork System Data
| Derailleur (Front) | Top-pull and clamp-on 31.8 (millimeters)Shimano Deore XT Top-swing |
| Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Fork material | Triple-clamp CrownAluminum and magnesium |
| Fork type | Rock Shox Judy T2 |
Other Specs of Scott Octane FX
| Component group sets | Shimano Deore LX |
| Available colors | - Citrus yellow to black fade |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Pedals details | Scott Tuned Clipless |
| Rear shock absorber | 4.0 (inches) TravelRock Shox Deluxe |
| Saddle seat | Velo VL-308 |
| Seat post extension | Kore |
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Scott Octane FX bike review
Scott produced the Octane FX bike in 1998 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $1,299.95.Octane FX bike is available in many sizes such as 16 (inches), 17.5 (inches) and 19 (inches).
Scott Mountain bike Octane FX can be found in a few colors, among these colors Citrus yellow to black fade .
This bike is equiped with 26 x 1.95" IRC Mythos XC tires and Chung Nan stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Mavic X138, 32-hole. Scott equiped this exact model with Avid 1D-10 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers braking system and Front: Formula aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano STX-RC hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Scott used 7005 aluminum, double-butted material for the frame. Scott Octane Comp high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Octane FX to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Kore Lite.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Sachs PC-41 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Scott, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL gear shift levers.