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1997 Balance Killer B (01)

Velopedia Archive ID 67750

Overview

Model year1997
BrandBalance
ModelKiller B (01)
Bicycle typeBMX
Archive ID67750
Original MSRP$488.00
ColorsDark blue/polish fade
SizesBoys

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum
ForkBalance Forearm
Fork material4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupN/A
ShiftersN/A
Front derailleurN/A
Rear derailleurN/A
Crankset1-piece chromoly
Bottom bracketOne piece
BB shell width68mm Threadless
Rear cogs1-speed
ChainKMC, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsBalance Slipnot

Brakes

BrakesTektro 869A rear brakes, Tektro levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset
HandlebarBalance chromoly
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemBalance aluminum
SaddleBalance Profile
SeatpostBalance 263

Wheels & tires

HubsBalance sealed
RimsAlex VP-20F, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 24 x 2.125" Balance, Rear: 24 x 1.75" Balance
Wheel size24" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube533.4 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center419.1 mm
Wheelbase1031.2 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 1, 2026.