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1997 American Flyer Bobcat

Velopedia Archive ID 64274

Overview

Model year1997
BrandAmerican Flyer
ModelBobcat
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID64274
Original MSRP$2,529.00
ColorsBrushed
Sizes12", 14", 16.5", 18.5", 19.5"
Weight22.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material3Al/2.5V titanium, tapered w/6Al/4V titanium
ForkRock Shox Indy C
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupGrip Shift/Shimano Deore LX
ShiftersGrip Shift ESP 700
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurGrip Shift ESP 7.0
CranksetShimano Deore LX, 24/36/46 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN51, 111 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
ChainTaya Pro Extreme, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore LX M-System brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/4" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset ALC
HandlebarTitec 118 titanium
Handlebar extensionsOnza Raw
StemSyncros Hardcore
SaddleSpecialized Prolong Evolution Sport
SeatpostAmerican Classic Hot Rod, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Shimano Deore LX suspension, Rear: Shimano Deore LX
RimsMavic 217 SUP, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.125" Onza Aggro, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Onza Honch
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71.5°
Seat-tube angle72.5°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1049 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 24, 2026.