Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Electra Rocket 24

Velopedia Archive ID 73597

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	Electra
Model	Rocket 24
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	73597
Original MSRP	$850.00
Colors	Matte silver
Sizes	18.5"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	7000 aluminum
Fork	Rock Shox Indy
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano STX-RC
Shifters	Grip Shift SRT-600
Front derailleur	Shimano STX top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleur	Shimano STX-RC
Crankset	Shimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-LP26
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
Chain	1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Wellgo

Brakes

Brakes	Dia-Compe VC-737 brakes, Dia-Compe DP-8 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Tioga ST21
Handlebar	Kalloy alloy riser
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Kalloy
Saddle	EBC Performance
Seatpost	Kalloy aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Formula suspension, Rear: Shimano STX-RC
Rims	Araya TF-820, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	Front: 26 x 1.95" Panaracer Dart 2, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Panaracer Smoke 2
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 29, 2026.