looking on bikapedia its showing as 1996 model, but originally had rigid forks, frame itself is in very good cosmetic condition for its age, gave it a wash today, shines up nice, from what specs say on bikapedia for it, its all original except the forks/headstem and handlebars and obviously the tyres and brake booster, i paid £50 for it, i took it for a ride today and its very nippy and light to ride.