Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1997 Trek 420 · 1998 Trek 420
| Specification | 1997 Trek 420 | 1998 Trek 420 |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1997 | 1998 |
| Brand | Trek | Trek |
| Model | 420 | 420 |
| Bicycle type | Road/sport | Road/sport |
| Archive ID | 69226 | 74615 |
| Original MSRP | $424.99 | $749.99 |
| Colors | Dark blue | Titanium |
| Sizes | 43 cm, 50 cm, 54 cm, 56 cm, 58 cm, 60 cm | 43 cm, 50 cm, 54 cm, 56 cm, 58 cm, 60 cm |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | Welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Chromoly | Aluminum |
| Fork | Trek | Trek |
| Fork material | Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown | Chromoly, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano | Road Mix |
| Shifters | Shimano 300EX down-tube | Shimano RSX down-tube |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Tourney TY-30, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm | Shimano RX-100 top-swing, top-pull |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano AceraX | Shimano RSX GS |
| Crankset | SR aluminum, 28/38/48 teeth | Sugino RD5000, 30/42/52 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 118 mm spindle | Shimano BB-LP27 |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 13 - 26 teeth | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Victor VP-393 w/clips & straps | Resin w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano 300EX brakes, Dia-Compe BL-07 levers | Shimano RSX Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano RSX levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1" HP8002ES | 1" Tange-Seiki |
| Handlebar | Hsin Lung aluminum | Aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A | N/A |
| Stem | Chromoly | Chromoly |
| Saddle | Trek | Padded vinyl |
| Seatpost | Hsin Lung SP-51, 26.6 mm diameter | Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Front: aluminum quick release, Rear: Shimano R050, silent clutch | Shimano RSX |
| Rims | Weinmann 217, 36-hole | Rigida V-Argent, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted | Stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 700 x 25c Trek Iso Tech II | 700 x 23c Continental Super Sport |
| Wheel size | 700c wheels | 700c wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1997 Trek 420 | 1998 Trek 420 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 73° | 72.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° | 75° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 415 mm | 414 mm |
| Wheelbase | 986 mm | 980.4 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 43 mm | — |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 27, 2026.