Scott Purgatory 1997 Technical specs and features
| Brand | Scott |
| Model | Purgatory |
| First production | 1997 |
| Bike category | Mountain Bike |
| Bike sub-category | Mountain With Front Suspension |
| Bike Pricing | See price on Amazon |
| Parts And Accessories | Scott Purgatory Parts |
| Available Sizes | - 14 (inches) / 35.56 (cm)- 14 (inches)- 16 (inches) / 40.64 (cm)- 16 (inches)- 17.5 (inches) / 44.45 (cm)- 17.5 (inches)- 19 (inches) / 48.26 (cm)- 19 (inches)- 20.5 (inches) / 52.07 (cm)- 20.5 (inches) |
Wheels And Breaking System
| Bike front tire | 26 X 1.95 (inches) Kenda |
| Bike rear tire | Not Available |
| Bike wheel size | 26 (inches) Wheels |
| Brakeset type | Shimano AceraX LeversShimano Altus Brakes |
| Hubs for disc brakes | Shimano Altus |
| Rims manufacturer | 36-holeAlex VP-20 |
| Spoke nipples type | Brass Nipples |
| Spoke wheel | 2.0 (millimeters) Straight GaugeSteel |
Frame and Body Specifications
| Frame materials | Tange Chromoly |
| Frame type | TIG-welded |
| Handlebar construction | Hi-tensile Steel |
| Handlebar extender | Optional |
| Handlebar stem details | Hi-tensile Steel |
| Headset size | 1 (inches) Victor VP-H83 Sealed |
Gearing Specs
| Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)KMC UG-50 |
| Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
| Bottom bracket type | 122 (millimeters) SpindleShimano BB-LP26 |
| Crankset parts and sizes | 24/34/42 TeethShimano Altus |
| Gear shift levers | Shimano AceraX EZ Fire |
| Rear gear set | 11 - 28 Teeth7-speed |
Scott Purgatory Fork System Data
| Derailleur (Front) | Top-pull and clamp-on 31.8 (millimeters)Shimano Altus |
| Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano AceraX |
| Fork material | Triple-clamp CrownAluminum and chromoly |
| Fork type | RST 161B |
Other Specs of Scott Purgatory
| Component group sets | Shimano |
| Available colors | - Dark blue |
| Weight | 29.4 |
| Pedals details | Victor VP-893 |
| Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
| Saddle seat | Scott Dual Density |
| Seat post extension | 26.4 (millimeters) DiameterAluminum |
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Scott Purgatory bike review
Scott produced the Purgatory bike in 1997 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $389.00.Purgatory bike is available in many sizes such as 14 (inches), 16 (inches), 17.5 (inches), 19 (inches) and 20.5 (inches).
Scott Mountain bike Purgatory can be found in one single color which is Dark blue.
This bike is equiped with 26 x 1.95" Kenda tires and Steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Alex VP-20, 36-hole. Scott equiped this exact model with Shimano Altus brakes, Shimano AceraX levers braking system and Shimano Altus hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Scott used Tange chromoly material for the frame. Hi-tensile steel high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Purgatory to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Hi-tensile steel.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano Altus, 24/34/42 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to KMC UG-50 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Scott, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano AceraX EZ Fire gear shift levers.