Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 66765
| Model year | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Balance |
| Model | XR-150 (01) |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 66765 |
| Original MSRP | $495.00 |
| Colors | Silver/black fade |
| Sizes | 14", 16", 17.5", 19", 20.5" |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Tri-moly |
| Fork | RST 161B |
| Fork material | Aluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano AceraX/Altus |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano AceraX EZ Fire |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Altus top-swing |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano AceraX |
| Crankset | Shimano Altus, 24/34/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-CT91 |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Resin |
| Brakes | Shimano Altus brakes, Shimano AceraX levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Balance R.I.D. |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Balance R.I.D. |
| Saddle | Balance Sport |
| Seatpost | Kalloy SP-242, 26.4 mm diameter |
| Hubs | Shimano Altus |
|---|---|
| Rims | Alex VP-18F, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.95" Duro HF-822 |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 589.3 mm |
|---|---|
| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 419.1 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1059.2 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 1, 2026.