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90s Trek MTBs - Steel frames, rigid forks, 26" wheels

Full list of steel, rigid fork mountain bike models Trek made between 1990 and 1999, grouped by year, containing details on frames and main components for easy reference.

Based on riding style, build level and performance, Trek offered these in two series. The 9XX series , called Single Track , consists of a range of race, competition and performance bikes, aimed at pro riders and serious off-road enthusiasts. The 8XX series , called Antelope until 1993 and Mountain Track from 1994, covers a range of multipurpose models, from commuting and recreation to trail and light mountain biking.

1990 View catalog

Trek 990 Single Track (1990)

Trek 970 Single Track (1990)

Trek 950 Single Track (1990)

Trek 930 Single Track (1990)

Trek 850 Antelope (1990)

Trek 830 Antelope (1990)

Trek 820 Antelope (1990)

Trek 800 Antelope (1990)

1991 view catalog.

Trek 990 Single Track Competition (1991)

Trek 970 Single Track Competition (1991)

Trek 950 Single Track Performance (1991)

Trek 930 Single Track Performance (1991)

Trek 850 Antelope Performance (1991)

Trek 830 Antelope Mountain Sport (1991)

Trek 820 Antelope Trail Performance (1991)

Trek 800 Antelope Sport Trail (1991)

1992 view catalog.

Trek 970 SingleTrack Competition (1992)

Trek 950 SingleTrack Performance (1992)

Trek 930 SingleTrack Performance (1992)

Trek 850 Antelope Performance (1992)

Trek 830 Antelope Trail Performance (1992)

Trek 820 Antelope Sport Trail (1992)

Trek 800 Antelope Sport Trail (1992)

1993 view catalog.

Trek 970 SingleTrack Competition Race (1993)

Trek 950 SingleTrack Performance (1993)

Trek 930 SingleTrack Performance (1993)

Trek 830 Antelope Performance Trail (1993)

Trek 820 Antelope Sport Trail (1993)

Trek 800 Antelope Sport (1993)

1994 view catalog.

Trek 970 SingleTrack Competition (1994)

Trek 950 SingleTrack Performance (1994)

Trek 930 SingleTrack Performance (1994)

Trek 920 SingleTrack Performance (1994)

Trek 850 Mountain Track Performance (1994)

Trek 830 Mountain Track Performance Trail

Trek 820 Mountain Track Sport Trail (1994)

Trek 800 Mountain Track Sport (1994)

1995 view catalog.

Trek 990 SingleTrack ZX Series Competition (1995)

Trek 970 SingleTrack ZX Series Performance

Trek 950 SingleTrack Performance (1995)

Trek 930 SingleTrack Performance (1995)

Trek 850 Mountain Track Sport (1995)

Trek 830 Mountain Track Sport (1995)

Trek 820 Mountain Track Recreation (1995)

Trek 800 Mountain Track Recreation (1995)

1996 view catalog.

Trek 990 SingleTrack ZX Series Competition (1996)

Trek 970 SingleTrack ZX Series High Performance (1996)

Trek 950 SingleTrack High Performance (1996)

Trek 930 SingleTrack Performance (1996)

Trek 850 Mountain Track XC Enthusiast (1996)

Trek 830 Mountain Track XC Enthusiast (1996)

Trek 820 Mountain Track Recreation (1996)

Trek 800 Mountain Track Recreation (1996)

Trek 800 Sport Mountain Track Recreation (1996)

1997 view catalog.

Trek 930 SingleTrack XC Series Performance (1997)

Trek 850 Mountain Track XC Series Enthusiast (1997)

Trek 830 Mountain Track XC Series Enthusiast (1997)

Trek 820 Mountain Track Recreation (1997)

Trek 800 Mountain Track Recreation (1997)

Trek 800 Sport Mountain Track Recreation (1997)

1998 view catalog.

Trek 920 SingleTrack Performance (1998)

Trek 820 Mountain Track Enthusiast (1998)

Trek 800 Mountain Track Recreation (1998)

Trek 800 Sport Mountain Track Recreation (1998)

1999 view catalog.

Trek 820 Mountain Track Recreation (1999)

Trek 800 Mountain Track Recreation (1999)

Trek 800 Sport Mountain Track Recreation (1999)

Acronym for all terrain bike.

Trek's exclusive fork design.

A tube having different wall thicknesses along its length, while its diameter remains constant.

Low alloy steel with a medium carbon content, that gets its name from the primary alloying elements, chromium and molybendium. It has an excellent strength to weight ratio and is considerably stronger, harder more durable than mild carbon steel.

Trek's exclusive fork design using taper gauge tubing and provides a blade with more elasticity for better shock absoption.

The thickness of the tube at both ends is thicker than in the centre.

Shifting system, where part of the handlebar grip rotates back and forth, clicking into each gear.

Low alloy steel that can withstand significant stress before breaking or becoming deformed. The term 'tensile' refers to the amount of stress a material can endure before failing.

Steel tubing connected with socket-like sleeves, called lugs.

Shimano's multi-condition brake system with specialized shoes, levers and cables designed for enhanced stopping power in rain, mud and snow.

A house brand for Trek during the 80s and early 90s.

Optimal Dimension; Trek's large diameter, thin wall tubing design.

Oversize; Trek's large diameter, thin wall tubing design.

Shimano's oversize hub system designed to minimize wheel flex.

Shimano's under handlebar, two-finger shift system, giving riders the ability to downshift more than one gears in one stroke.

Brake lever system that lets riders adjust braking power modulation.

Shimano Integrated Shifting. Shift mechanism indents control cable advance for quick, precise gear changes without over-shifting.

Shimano Linear Response. Friction reducing levers, cables and calipers.

Japanese steel tubing manufacturer for bicycle frames.

A tube having a maller diameter at one end and a larger diameter on the other end.

Tungsten Inert Gas welding is an arc welding process that produces the weld with a non-consumable tungsten electrode.

Trek-designed components. The higher the number ona given component, the higher its performance level.

Three different wall thicknesses along the length.

American tubing manufacturer.

Special all-terrain tubing, developed to withstand demands of off-road cycling.

A lighter weight version of the AT frame set, featuring a triple-butted down tube.

Zero Excess; Trek's guiding principle of making stronger bikes with less material.

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Here you can find all the Trek catalogs from 1976 up to 1999. If you’re looking for a specific model for a specific year, you can find them further in the article.

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• Trek Catalog 1976
• Trek Catalog 1977
• Trek Catalog 1978
• Trek Catalog 1979
• Trek Catalog 1980
• Trek Catalog 1981
• Trek Catalog 1982
• Trek Catalog 1983-1
• Trek Catalog 1983-2
• Trek Catalog 1984
• Trek Catalog 1985All-Terrain
• Trek Catalog 1985Trek2000
• Trek Catalog 1985TrekRacing
• Trek Catalog 1985TrekSport
• Trek Catalog 1985TrekTouring
• Trek Catalog 1986
• Trek Catalog 1987
• Trek Catalog 1988
• Trek Catalog 1989
• Trek Catalog 1990
• Trek Catalog 1991
• Trek Catalog 1992
• Trek Catalog 1993
• Trek Catalog 1994
• Trek Catalog 1995
• Trek Catalog 1996
• Trek Catalog 1997
• Trek Catalog 1998
• Trek Catalog 1999

History and Iconic Models

Trek started out in 1975 by providing only frames. In 1976 they would supply entire bicycles.

For many people Trek is most famous for sponsoring Lance Armstrong’s U.S. Postal team during the late 90’s up to his retirement.

But Trek already pioneered the use of carbon fiber in 1989 with the Trek 5000.

It would result in the short-lived but daring design of the Y-Foil, introduced in 1998. One of the few bikes that is designated with something more than just a number.

They were also early adopters of the mountain bike craze, with the Trek 850 launched in 1983.

Their early foray in using carbon fiber would be later used with the introduction of the iconic Y33 and Y22 models. Mountain bikes with a monocoque carbon fiber frame. Although it used the suspension technique URT ( unified rear triangle ) which would turn out to be rubbish, the original design was considered iconic.

If you’re interested in learning more about vintage Trek bicycles, please visit vintage-trek.com .

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Trek 950: Restoring Mountain Bikes from the 1990s

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Mountain bikes from the 1990s were amazing. For many of us, these were our first real bikes so there’s a sense of nostalgia that comes with these wonderful machines.

I love this bike and it’s always a work in progress. 2021 updates are over here .

Steel is real. The fact that these bikes are made of steel means they last and there are still tons of these bikes around that still have much life in them.

My favorite of all 1990s mountain bikes is the Trek 900 series. My dad owned this bike when I was a kid and I would take it out at any opportunity. The bike was amazing and still sits in my memory as something spectacular.

Build Kit for this 1990 Trek 950

Drivetrain:.

• Truvativ Power spline Bottom Bracket
• SRAM SX Power Spline Crankset
• Sram 9 Speed Chain
• Microshift 9 Speed Thumb Shifter (Initially I did run a 3x, but then I switch to a 1x and removed the front shifter)
• Cassette. I was able to modify a 9 speed cassette down to 8 speed and this fit on the original 7 speed hub. Doing this allowed me to use the 9 speed shifter. If you stick with the 7 speed, you’ll want to adjust accordingly.
• Tektro Cantilever Brakes
• Short Pull Brake Levers
• Cables and housing

Other Parts I’ve Added

• Mone Meal Replacement Bar
• Brooks B67 Saddle

Finding a Bike for Restoration

If you keep your eyes on Craigslist or Ebay, there are many opportunities to find a bike for restoration. I found this bike on Craigslist.

It’s a 1990 Trek 950. Size 21 inches.

Original owner had it listed. She’d ridden it for many years, then it was left in her garage. Still had original tires on it!!

The one downside for me with this bike is the shock. I didn’t feel like rebuilding one or adding a new one. I wanted to go back to fully rigid, however, where in the world would I match the purple.

This bike is in decent shape, but I had plans to powder coat black and start over.

Step 1: Removing Everything From Your Bike

My first step was to remove everything.

Step 2: Powder Coat the Frame and Buy a Fork

I was able to find a powder coating shop near by that did the project for $125. What a deal. Results were impressive.

Step 3: Clean Up Bike Components

A lot of dirt on these suckers after almost 30 years of riding. I replaced the chain rings just to give it a nicer look. Also, polished up the crank.

Step 4: Replace Components that Need Replacing

The most fun part of bike projects is figuring out which pieces require which size components. What’s going to fit, what can you get. How do you want this project to turn out?

On of the big changes I made was converting from the threaded fork / headset to threadless. This allowed for new fork, handlebars, stem.

I also moved over to microshift friction shifters.

Any projects you have in mind?

Let me know, would love to hear about it.

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The Trek Mountain Lion is a juvenile/mountain bike with a steel and chromoly frame. The frame comes in colors like red, red and gray. Originally released in 1995, there are 8 versions of this bike. Due to the frame materials and other factors, we estimate that this bike weighs around 25 pounds. The Mountain Lion is fully rigid.

The Mountain Lion comes with Shimano components, including an aluminum steel stem, a steel, LF Victor VP-H67 headset and grip-shift, MRX-170 Quickshift shifters.

The Mountain Lion has 1,6 speeds and has a Shimano derailleur.

It comes with knobby Trek tires (NaN x NaN) and steel, aluminum Weinmann 519 rims.

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Trek 1999 Y3 Full Suspension Bike

1999 Trek Y3, mountain bike, front & rear suspension, Mountain Mix components, Rock Shox Jett C, 1.8" travel fork

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I bought a used one off Craigslist its incredible The pedals are metal, infact the metal all around feels so high quality its like super heavy duty. I like how its portable - i can stack it on its seat and back wheel in my apt extremely convenient. The suspension is so smooth for rough city streets and transferring to sidewalk is amazing. The shimano all metal breaks are incredible and the clicker shifters shift smooth. I also like how the frame is skinny looking down. No complaints at all.

If any weakness, the paint chips off, but the person i bought it from wrapped with blue electric tape so it actually looks cool (imgur picture of the bike i bought for 120 bucks): https://imgur.com/a/2hLWEHc

Had mine 20+ years. Built like a tank. Full suspension and very comfy, no mods or repairs at all except I fitted Schwalbe Marathon Plus tyres to cut down on punctures and get a quieter road ride and fitted a slightly softer saddle and an extension stem to sit a bit more upright . This isn't the mud lovers Valhalla but if you want a sturdy reliable all rounder look no further.

A bit heavy by modern standards but then, so am I.

this bike has not let me down

i have changed the forks

i want rid of my trusty y3 but dont no were to sell it any one got any ideas

Frame strength and design. I have pounded the hell out of this thing and I couldn't break it.

Stock fork, shock, cassett, and brakes. It would be better to just buy the frame.

I got this bike because a friend of mine wanted one of my boards but he didn't have any cash so I took the Y3 in trade. When I first got it I hated the thing. I am 6'2" and weigh 210. The suspension couldn't handle it. I did everything I could to trash it but the FN thing wouldn't break. I took it to a skate park and rode it on the half-pipe (not recommended), I rode it (more like tumbled with it) down Diamond Head, and all that broke was my helmet (compliments of the half-pipe). After a few months I decided to put some money into it and see if it had any real potential. I reequipped it with Hayes disks, Fox rear shock, Manitou fork, Shimano XTR cassette, and a bunch of other goodies. I must say, you put about $4,000 into the Y3 and you will have a damn good MB/DHB.

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good frame,

shock!!! pedals and bars were the only problem

This is agreat bike if you are willing to put money into improving some of the components. the only real problems i had were falty tubes and the pedals but they were replaced instantly the rock shox pyslo is Nuts i go of 5-8 footdrops and they just don't bottom out. The one time the did i nose dived of a ten foot gap i had built. Buy this bike if you don't care about wieght the xc people who had test this bike had to be nuts it is definentily not lite and the bobbing makes it very non xc able

The frame is the best strength of the bike

front and rear shock, all components

I had this bike for 9 years and changed everything on the bike. I have a new cannondale but I prefer to ride my y3. I get compliments all the time on this bike I guess becuase it looks like an Italian bike because the frame is red, tires are green, seat is white. This bike kicks ass

worst fork on the face of the earth....

For the price, it's an incredible bike except for the front fork. It is terrible. When you buy this bike, expect to add on $150-300 to the price for a decent front fork. Other than that, its good. The frame is wicked strong and can handle a lot. So it starts with 5 chilis but -1 for the fork.

Good price for an entry-level FS

stock components

Bought it used for a decent price last year, but cashed in on the upgrades. I ordered about another $400 in parts from a very popular mail order place (not to be named here). To make a long story short, they screwed up the order (like they so reliably do) but this time in my favor. I got the whole shipment/upgrade for free. I've been riding the bike for two seasons now and its been awesome. I tossed the stock parts immediately. With the changes, I've had no complaints yet except for the XT cassette that is as durable as a turd. Next year I want to upgrade the shocks... maybe I can cut another deal. :) I'm sure there are better, more energy efficient fs frames out there. But I find as long as I keep my butt on the seat, there really is no bobbing or energy loss. I recommend the bike to those who are looking to get into the fs scene. It's not worth the msrp, but used it can be a good deal.

I-drive tested

Weight strength and true Y frame ... not to mention price

Great bike... Got mine on closeout sale ... 725 with spins... so i can't complain ... I was disappoiunted in the parts ... Not that great... but for the money i paid... it was cheap ... I would recomend to anyone who wants a bike to upgrade that wants to look cool at the same time... and for all you posers who only ride on the road... get a freaking road bike ... you pretty little buggers ... and for those who want to look good and have a bike that can take a beating too ... get this one.but be prepared to upgrade front shock and drivetrain ... have fun... and for those looking for hardtails... i would reccomend a c'dale F400 ... best bet

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1997 Trek Mountain Track 820

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• Manufacturer: Trek
• Model: Mountain Track 820
• Primary colors: Red

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I'm not sure where this should be posted, so I'll post it here. As I said in my greetings post, I had my 1997 White Trek Y-22 stolen. I have decided that I want it back more then ever now. I have been searching Ebay, but the only one to match exactly what I want (White Frame and Fox Alps-5 Shock is all I care about, but complete bikes are fine too) is a size Small, and I of course need a Medium. My questions are; Where would be a good place to keep my eyes open for said bike? What would the ballpark $$$ be for such an old and completely outdated frame? Considering that the bike doesn't seem to have alot of fans, and can't really hold a candle to todays FS bikes. Any help and or advise is greatly appretiated.  

I have a 99 large yellow Y-33 with a stratos pro shock. frame only. I don't really want to get rid of it though. Just how bad to you want it?  

Sorry, I guess I need to clearify. I am in search of a 1997 MEDIUM White (Red Lettering) Y-22. The reason I want this peticular one, is that it's a direct replacement for the one stolen. If I was going to get anything different, I would just buy an 06 FS bike.  

If only you had posted this yesterday. I just got rid of that very same bike. I stole it from some hoser, then sold it to a Guatemalan day-laborer for 35 pesos. I would have given it to you for 30 pesos. Sorry eh.  

TREK 4 Life said: I'm not sure where this should be posted, so I'll post it here. As I said in my greetings post, I had my 1997 White Trek Y-22 stolen. I have decided that I want it back more then ever now. I have been searching Ebay, but the only one to match exactly what I want (White Frame and Fox Alps-5 Shock is all I care about, but complete bikes are fine too) is a size Small, and I of course need a Medium. My questions are; Where would be a good place to keep my eyes open for said bike? What would the ballpark $$$ be for such an old and completely outdated frame? Considering that the bike doesn't seem to have alot of fans, and can't really hold a candle to todays FS bikes. Any help and or advise is greatly appretiated. Click to expand...

MendonCycleSmith said: But, those were among the worst riding bikes on the planet, they sure looked bad a$$ though. There's a reason they don't make them anymore, and any modern configuration will BLOW YOUR MIND, in direct comparison. Please note, I'm not bashing your love, just hoping to get you on a bike that will help you ride better= Click to expand...

JuliusCecil said: If only you had posted this yesterday. I just got rid of that very same bike. I stole it from some hoser, then sold it to a Guatemalan day-laborer for 35 pesos. I would have given it to you for 30 pesos. Sorry eh. Click to expand...

fsr said: What's the point of your racist and unkind sensitivity? Please keep it off this forum. FSR Click to expand...

brianthebiker said: The Trek Y frames were some of the best mtn bikes ever made. The so-called bob effect was so overrated I can not even begin to comment. My first question to you would be have you ever ridden a Y frame? Contrary to it being perceived as a bad climber, I think it is one of the best climbing bikes I have ever ridden. Click to expand...

Johnny Hair Boy said: At the time I thought it was OK but it DID NOT climb well. The first time I road a 4 bar bike (Specialized fsr) I realized just how bad my Y bike was. I still think it was the best looking bike I ever owned and I think thats why they sold so well but I can assure you I will never ride anouther URT again. Click to expand...

Ok thanks to those who actually had useful comments. I'll just keep lookin. I never had a problem climbing on mine. New designs might be better, but they aren't my Y Bike, so I'm not interested. As for the canadian basher. You truly are the biggest flammer ever. You definetly need to stay in school kiddo, cause your intellect is severly lacking. I mean, why bother posting if your post has nothing useful or even intelligent to offer the topic? If your bored, get away from your computer and ride. And to those who will no doubt respond to me with the standard "Relax" or "Let it go". I am totally relaxed, but I will stand against anyone who makes it their soul pupose in life to insult and ridicule others for their own enjoyment. They have no place on a forum ment to encourage the growth of our sport.  

You can also try... Looking at the local flea markets, your local www.craigslist.org , and other classifieds... maybe even pawn shops. Usually, the folks who steal bikes are the kind of folks looking to sell it for quick money to shoot in their arms, or a rock to smoke or whatever. That said, I agree. The world has move on from URTs. I wouldn't blow a lot of resources to get another.  

I always wanted to get one and make a guitar out of it.  

TREK 4 Life said: Ok thanks to those who actually had useful comments. I'll just keep lookin. I never had a problem climbing on mine. New designs might be better, but they aren't my Y Bike, so I'm not interested. As for the canadian basher. You truly are the biggest flammer ever. You definetly need to stay in school kiddo, cause your intellect is severly lacking. I mean, why bother posting if your post has nothing useful or even intelligent to offer the topic? If your bored, get away from your computer and ride. And to those who will no doubt respond to me with the standard "Relax" or "Let it go". I am totally relaxed, but I will stand against anyone who makes it their soul pupose in life to insult and ridicule others for their own enjoyment. They have no place on a forum ment to encourage the growth of our sport. Click to expand...

Here's a crook! This guy claims the bike is new, when they stopped making it years ago, and he also claims it has an MSRP of $3300.00 when in fact the price of the bike new way back when was about $1200 or $1400. http://cgi.ebay.com/Trek-Y-11-OCLV-...ryZ98083QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem  

I had a roommate that had an Ibis URT bike. It was really cool looking, but I didn't think it rode particularly well. It sucked going up rocky hills (felt locked out) and it bottomed out going down hills. It's amazing how completely URT has disappeared off the landscape. If it had any design merit you'd think it would still be around in some form. I do like the concept of single pivot bikes, though.  

Thanks Brian. Ya I am watching the Y-22. If the price stays in that range I'm gunna pick it up. I got a good laugh out of the guy selling the Y-11. He may mean that the bike was never ridden however. The $3300 is a joke though.  

icegeek said: I always wanted to get one and make a guitar out of it. Click to expand...

I definitely think Trek deserves to be commended for trying to be innovative. At least in reflection. Whether it worked or not, URT was a unique design that sort of went outside of anything done before. It seems like really revolutionary ideas are far and few in between and everything is just fine tuning.  

pimpbot said: That said, I agree. The world has move on from URTs. I wouldn't blow a lot of resources to get another. Click to expand...

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