LITESPEED MACHETE MTS -
The Machete, also new for '97 has Downhill specific geometry.
The fully active rear suspension frame also features the Litespeed Multiple Travel System.
The Machete uses the Blade's areodynamic tube set using an aero top and down tube and the cowled/aero head tube.
The same swing arm and shock found on the OH MTS are used again here, so the travel is adjustable from 4" to 6".
Made in just 3 sizes 15" (30"SOH), 17" (30.5") or 19" (32") $ 2789.99
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| Litespeed Tachyon Frame Size Center-to-Top |
Top Tube | Head Tube Angle | Seat Tube Angle | Chainstay | B/B Height | Wheelbase | Front Center | Fork Rake | Stand Over Height | Head Tub | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 21.75 | 71 | 73 | 17 | 13 | 41 | 24 | 1.23 | 30 | 4.1 | 6.07 |
| 17 | 22.25 | 71.5 | 73.0 | 17 | 13 | 41.4 | 24.4 | 1.23 | 30.5 | 4.1 | 6.13 |
| 19 | 23.25 | 71.5 | 73 | 17 | 13 | 42.5 | 25.5 | 1.23 | 32 | 5 | 6.28 |
