The 1996 Performance Gryphon XT is a 25 pound a full-suspension mountain bike with an aluminum T6 / Risse frame. The frame has a polished finish.

The Gryphon XT is a is a lighter bike at around 25 pounds. It was released in 1996 and costs $1,699 brand new.

Components

The Gryphon XT comes with Shimano Deore XT components, including a Kalloy stem, a threadless YST headset and grip-shift SRT-800 X-Ray shifters.

The Rock Shox Quadra fork has a true suspension.

Drivetrain

The Gryphon XT has 8 speeds and has a Shimano Deore XT derailleur.

Wheels

It comes with Panaracer Smoke Lite Comp tires (26in x 2in) and Bontrager rims.

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Specs

Type Mountain
MSRP $1,700
Year 1996
Alt. Names GryphonXT, Gryphon XT