Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Balance Killer B (01)

Velopedia Archive ID 70994

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	Balance
Model	Killer B (01)
Bicycle type	BMX
Archive ID	70994
Original MSRP	$521.00
Colors	Dark blue to polished fade
Sizes	Boys

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	7005 aluminum
Fork	Balance
Fork material	Chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	N/A
Shifters	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	1-piece chromoly
Bottom bracket	One piece
BB shell width	American
Rear cogs	1-speed
Chain	KMC, 1/2 x 1/8"
Pedals	Balance Slip Not

Brakes

Brakes	Tektro 869A brakes, Tektro levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" Aheadset
Handlebar	Balance chromoly
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Balance aluminum
Saddle	Balance profile
Seatpost	Balance 263

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Balance sealed
Rims	Alex VP-20F, 36-hole
Spokes	Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	Front: 20 x 2.125" Balance, Rear: 20 x 1.75" Balance
Wheel size	20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	518.2 mm
Head-tube angle	75°
Seat-tube angle	74°
Chainstay / rear center	401.3 mm
Wheelbase	985.5 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 2, 2026.