Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Litespeed
2004 Litespeed Blade Ultegra
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Overview
About this bike
2004 Litespeed Blade Ultegra value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- 6AL/4V geometrically enhanced tubing
- Fork Brand & Model
- Lite TEC
- Fork Material
- Carbon fiber composite, aero crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2004 Litespeed Blade Ultegra
- Component Group
- Shimano Ultegra
- Shift Levers
- Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control
- Crankset
- Shimano Ultegra, 39/53 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-6500, 109.5mm spindle
- Rear Cogs
- 9-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-HG73, 1/2 x 3/32inch
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Shimano Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Dia-Compe 188 TRI levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Thomson Elite
- Saddle
- Selle Italia Flite Gel, titanium rails
- Handlebar
- Profile AirWing
- Handlebar Stem
- ITM
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless Cane Creek
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Shimano Ultegra
- Rims
- Velocity Deep-V, 28-hole/32-hole
- Tires
- 700 x 23c Vittoria Rubino Pro
- Spoke Brand
- DT stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
Pedals
- Pedals
- Not applicable
Accessories
- Colors
- Polished
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Extensions
- Profile Aerolite
Weight & Sizing
- Sizes
- 49cm, 51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm, 61cm, 63cm
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Carbon inspection
Tap test the frame, fork, seatpost, and bars for cracks; verify no impact damage near dropouts.
Inspection
Brake hoses & cables
Check hydraulic line bleed, cable housing wear, and confirm rotors are within spec.