Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 AutoBike Classic

Velopedia Archive ID 70403

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	AutoBike
Model	Classic
Bicycle type	Hybrid
Archive ID	70403
Original MSRP	$299.95
Colors	Sapphire Streak, Violet Splash
Sizes	Standard mens, standard womens
Weight	35.5 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	Brazed/welded
Frame material	Hi-tensile steel
Fork	AutoBike
Fork material	Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	AutoBike Trans ChaHin Automatic Transmission
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	Custom-Made Automatic Transmission
Crankset	3-piece forged steel, 44 teeth
Bottom bracket	LF 712 /TST BB-612, 126mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	6-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
Chain	KMC HG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Resin w/reflectors

Brakes

Brakes	Steel cantilever, low profile brakes, resin/steel levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" steel
Handlebar	Antler, 65mm rise
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Black finished steel
Saddle	Velo Gelfoam extra wide w/comfort springs
Seatpost	Pillar, steel, black w/Q/R, 25.4mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Steel, nutted
Rims	Aluminum, 36-hole
Spokes	Shuhn Lih steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 1.75" Kenda
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	569 mm
Head-tube angle	69°
Seat-tube angle	70°
Chainstay / rear center	460 mm
Wheelbase	1081 mm
Fork offset / rake	40 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 12, 2026.