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1996 Ross Frenzy · 1997 Ross Frenzy

Specification1996 Ross Frenzy1997 Ross Frenzy
Overview
Model year19961997
BrandRossRoss
ModelFrenzyFrenzy
Bicycle typeJuvenileJuvenile
Archive ID5148569298
Original MSRP$154.95$144.95
ColorsChrome-platedChrome-plated
SizesBoys 12"Boys 12"
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-welded steelTIG-welded
Frame materialHi-tensile steelHi-tensile steel
ForkRossRoss
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crownHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupN/AN/A
ShiftersN/AN/A
Front derailleurN/AN/A
Rear derailleurN/AN/A
Crankset1-piece 6", 44 teeth1-piece 6 1/2", 44 teeth
Bottom bracketWaldOne piece
BB shell width68mm Threadless68mm English
Rear cogs1-speed, 18 teeth1-speed, 18 teeth
ChainKMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8"KMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8"
PedalsFasten NW-97AResin
Brakes
BrakesCoaster brakeCoaster brake/caliper rear brakes, aluminum levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1" Victor VP-H93 sealed1" YST 665
HandlebarBMX steelSteel
Handlebar extensionsN/AN/A
StemBMX steelAluminum
SaddleRoss BMXRoss Comfort
SeatpostSteel, 22.2 mm (7/8 inch) diameterPillar, steel, 25.4 mm diameter
Wheels & tires
Hubs—Front: steel, nutted, Rear: Ross CB-01 coaster brake
RimsKin Lin steel, 36-holeKin Lin steel, 36-hole
SpokesSha Dar steel, 105g straight gaugeTa Sen steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire20 x 1.75" Ross BMX20 x 2.00" Ross BMX w/Slime tire sealant
Wheel size20" wheels20" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1996 Ross Frenzy1997 Ross Frenzy
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°70°
Seat-tube angle70°73°
Chainstay / rear center381 mm406 mm
Wheelbase863.6 mm900 mm
Fork offset / rake—50 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 15, 2026.