AMP Research / B2 / 1993
The AMP B2 is unique among mountain bikes because every aspect of its frame, fork, and suspension was designed and manufactured by AMP Research in Laguna Beach, California by Horst Leitner. Leitner is an engineer and motocross racer who left his home in Austria to set up shop in the United States. He founded AMP Research, and invented a motorcycle rear suspension that removed braking and acceleration torque from the suspension action. His work led him to design and manufacture ATK motorcycles in the 1980s - one of the first competitive four-stroke motocross. The B2 frame has dual down tubes to keep the weight down. This bike utilizes a plethora of titanium fasteners in a further attempt at keeping the weight low.
Year: 1993
Frame: AMP Research / B2
Fork: AMP Research / F1
Stem: Syncros / Cattleprod
Headset: Chris King / NoThreadset
Bottom Bracket: Shimano UN73
Handlebar: Synchros / Gorilla
Shifters: Shimano XTR M900
Rear Derailleur: Shimano XTR M900
Front Derailleur: Shimano Deore XT m750
Brake Levers: Shimano XTR M900
Front Brake: Shimano XTR M900
Rear Brake: Shimano XTR M900
Crankset: Synchros / Near Net Forged Alloy
Chainrings: Synchros
Pedals: Tioga / Surefoot IV
Hubs: Shimano Deore XT M738
Rims: Weinman / Bontrager / BCX Red+Blue
Tires: Geax / Beaumont 200
Seatpost: Syncros
Saddle: Club Roost
Seatpost QR: Hope Tech
Grips: Tioga / Biogrip II
Chain: KMC
Cogs: Shimano Deore XT M738
Owner: Gremlins Bicycle Emporium