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1997 Bianchi Lynx SX

Velopedia Archive ID 69089

Overview

Model year1997
BrandBianchi
ModelLynx SX
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID69089
Original MSRP$519.00
ColorsBright pearl red
Sizes15", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialTange chromoly
ForkRock Shox Quadra 5
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio/AceraX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano Alivio, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 113 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC HG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-893N

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Shimano Alivio levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Victor VP-H93 sealed
HandlebarHsin Lung MTB 110
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung steel
SaddleViscount 2974
SeatpostKalloy SP-242, 26.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano AceraX
RimsWeinmann 4019, 36-hole
SpokesChung Nan stainless 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 / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 28, 2026.