Velopedia Bicycle Archive
1997 American Flyer Bobcat
Mountain bike, front suspension bicycle from the Velopedia historical specification archive.
- Original MSRP
- $2,529.00
- Sizes
- 12", 14", 16.5", 18.5", 19.5"
- Colors
- Brushed
- Weight
- 22.5
- Archive ID
- 64274
Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | 3Al/2.5V titanium, tapered w/6Al/4V titanium |
| Fork | Rock Shox Indy C |
| Fork Material | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear Shock | N/A |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Grip Shift/Shimano Deore LX |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Grip Shift ESP 700 |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore LX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Grip Shift ESP 7.0 |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore LX, 24/36/46 teeth |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-UN51, 111 mm spindle |
| BB Shell Width | 68mm English |
| Rear Cogs | 8-speed, 12 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Taya Pro Extreme, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Not included |
Brakes
| Brakes | Shimano Deore LX M-System brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1 1/4" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset ALC |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Titec 118 titanium |
| Handlebar Extensions | Onza Raw |
| Stem | Syncros Hardcore |
| Saddle | Specialized Prolong Evolution Sport |
| Seatpost | American Classic Hot Rod, 27.2 mm diameter |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Front: Shimano Deore LX suspension, Rear: Shimano Deore LX |
|---|---|
| Rims | Mavic 217 SUP, 32-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke Nipples | Alloy nipples |
| Front Tire | Front: 26 x 2.125" Onza Aggro, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Onza Honch |
| Wheel Size | 26" wheels |
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Component specifications may have varied by market, size, or production run.