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1997 Bianchi Bobcat (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 62863

Overview

Model year1997
BrandBianchi
ModelBobcat (02)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID62863
Original MSRP$239.00
ColorsMetallic blue
Sizes16", 18", 20"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialHi-tensile steel
ForkBianchi
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Tourney TY-22
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleurShimano Tourney TY-22 top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Tourney TY-22
CranksetTracer aluminum, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketVictor VPB-32, 120 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs6-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC HP-20, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-893N

Brakes

BrakesVanguard 671A brakes, APSE 271SP levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Victor VP-H67
HandlebarHsin Lung MTB 110
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung MTS 309
SaddleVelo VL-587
SeatpostSteel, 25.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Jou Yu JY-302 Q/R, Rear: Jou Yu JY-211
RimsWeinmann 4019, 36-hole
SpokesChung Nan steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Kenda K-850
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube550 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center430 mm
Wheelbase1047 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.