Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Alex Moulton APB 5

Velopedia Archive ID 60999

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Alex Moulton
Model	APB 5
Bicycle type	Folding
Archive ID	60999
Original MSRP	$1,600.00
Colors	Green, red
Sizes	Adjustable for rider height
Weight	29 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	MIG-welded
Frame material	Hi-tensile steel
Fork	Moulton leading link suspension
Fork material	Reynolds 531/hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	Alex Moulton Monosphere, 1.25" travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Sturmey Archer
Shifters	Sturmey Archer 5-speed
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	Thun, 48 teeth
Bottom bracket	Skf
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	5-speed internal, 18 teeth
Chain	1/2 x 1/8"
Pedals	Union 659

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Tourney TY-22 brakes, Tourist aluminum levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" YST Sealed Tech
Handlebar	Steel
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Steel
Saddle	Iscaselle Record vinyl
Seatpost	Alex Moulton APB steel

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Sturmey Archer
Rims	Rigida aluminum, 36-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	20 x 1.75" Michelin Cobra
Wheel size	20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	528.3 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	71°
Chainstay / rear center	464.8 mm
Wheelbase	1066.8 mm
Fork offset / rake	50.8 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 2, 2026.