Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1998 Wheeler 800 · 1997 Wheeler 800
| Specification | 1998 Wheeler 800 | 1997 Wheeler 800 |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1998 | 1997 |
| Brand | Wheeler | Wheeler |
| Model | 800 | 800 |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension | Mountain bike, non-suspension |
| Archive ID | 74953 | 65039 |
| Original MSRP | $240.00 | $243.75 |
| Colors | — | Black, electric violet |
| Sizes | 14.5", 16", 18", 19.5", 21", 22.5" | 14.5", 16", 18", 19.5", 21", 22.5", womens 18" |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Hi-tensile steel | Hi-tensile steel |
| Fork | Wheeler | Wheeler |
| Fork material | Chromoly/hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown | Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Mountain Mix | Shimano AceraX/Altus |
| Shifters | Grip Shift MRX-170 | Shimano Altus EZ Fire Plus |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Tourney TY-22 top-swing, top-pull | Shimano Tourney TY-30, top-pull |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Altus | Shimano AceraX |
| Crankset | Shimano Tourney TY-30, 28/38/48 teeth | 28/38/48 teeth |
| BB shell width | — | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth | 7-speed, 13 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | 1/2 x 3/32" | KMC, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Resin | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Tektro linear-pull brakes, Shimano Alivio ST EF-28 levers | Shimano Altus brakes, Shimano Altus levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Aheadset | 1" steel |
| Handlebar | Aluminum, 2" rise | Steel |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Not included |
| Stem | Wheeler Z-Trax | Steel |
| Saddle | Wheeler | Wheeler |
| Seatpost | Aluminum | Steel micro-adjust |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Aluminum, Q/R | Aluminum nutted |
| Rims | Aluminum, 36-hole | Aluminum, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge | Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.95" | 26 x 1.95" |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1998 Wheeler 800 | 1997 Wheeler 800 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 70° | 70.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 72.5° | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 436 mm | 429.3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1080 mm | 1047.8 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | — | 44.4 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 10, 2026.