K2 Launch 4.0 2002 Technical specs and features

Brand K2
Model Launch 4.0
First production 2002
Bike category Mountain Bike
Bike sub-category Mountain With Dual Suspension
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Parts And Accessories K2 Launch 4.0 Parts   
Available Sizes - Large
- medium
- small
- way big


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire26 X 2.125 (inches) WTB MutanoRaptor
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size26 (inches) Wheels
Brakeset type Avid Speed Dial 5 Levers
Avid Mechanical Disc Brakes
Hubs for disc brakesShimano Deore
Rims manufacturer 32-hole
WTB Dual Duty
Spoke nipples typeBrass Nipples
Spoke wheel 14ga. Straight Gauge
Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials7005 aluminum c
Frame typeTIG-welded
Handlebar construction 1.25 (inches) Rise
Aluminum
Handlebar extenderOptional
Handlebar stem detailsAluminum Threadless
Headset size1 1/8 (inches) Threadless WTB Momentum Comp ST

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
Shimano CN-HG72
Bottom bracket shell width68 (millimeters) English
Bottom bracket typeSealed Cartridge
Crankset parts and sizes 22/32/42 Teeth
Shimano FC-M440
Gear shift leversShimano Deore RapidFire SL
Rear gear set 11 - 32 Teeth
9-speed

K2 Launch 4.0 Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front) Clamp-on
Shimano LX
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano Deore LX SGS
Fork material Single Triple-clamp Crown
Aluminum
Fork type 3.15 (inches)-4.0 (inches) Adjustable Travel
Answer Manitou Black Comp 8100

Other Specs of K2 Launch 4.0

Component group setsMountain Mix
Available colors - Black and White
Weight Unspecified
Pedals detailsShimano PD-M505 SPD
Rear shock absorber 3.5 (inches) Travel
Noleen Sport Adjustable
Saddle seatWTB SST.X3
Seat post extension 27.2 (millimeters) Diameter
Aluminum Micro-adjust


K2 Launch 4.0 bike review

K2 produced the Launch 4.0 bike in 2002 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $1,399.00.
Launch 4.0 bike is available in many sizes such as Large , medium , small and way big .
K2 Mountain bike Launch 4.0 can be found in a few colors, among these colors Black and White .
This bike is equiped with 26 x 2.125" WTB MutanoRaptor tires and Stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by WTB Dual Duty, 32-hole. K2 equiped this exact model with Avid Mechanical Disc brakes, Avid Speed Dial 5 levers braking system and Shimano Deore hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride K2 used 7005 aluminum material for the frame. Aluminum, 1.25" rise high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Launch 4.0 to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Aluminum threadless.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano FC-M440, 22/32/42 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano CN-HG72 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by K2, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano Deore RapidFire SL gear shift levers.