Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Electra BMX 4

Velopedia Archive ID 53558

Overview

Model year	1996
Brand	Electra
Model	BMX 4
Bicycle type	Cruiser
Archive ID	53558
Original MSRP	$479.00
Colors	Nickle-plated, yellow
Sizes	18.5"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded steel
Frame material	4130 chromoly
Fork	CS-800 BMX
Fork material	4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Nexus
Shifters	Shimano Inter-4 ST-4S20
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	1-piece chromoly 6 1/2", 44 teeth
Bottom bracket	YST-BB 621
BB shell width	68mm Threadless
Rear cogs	4-speed internal, 22 teeth
Chain	KMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8"
Pedals	BMX alloy

Brakes

Brakes	Coaster brake/Tektro 865A brakes, Tektro 371AP levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" Tien Hsin TH-401
Handlebar	Electra Downhill alloy
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	BMX alloy
Saddle	Velo VL-180
Seatpost	Rito SP-903, 26.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Rims	Electra heavy-duty alloy, 36-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 1.95" Electra Dirtgrabber
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	563 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	72°
Chainstay / rear center	458 mm
Wheelbase	1093 mm

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