Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Fabweld FW-02 Expert

Velopedia Archive ID 85525

Overview

Model year	1999
Brand	Fabweld
Model	FW-02 Expert
Bicycle type	BMX
Archive ID	85525
Original MSRP	$584.95
Colors	Black, Red, White
Sizes	Expert
Weight	20.1 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	6061 T6 aluminum
Fork	Fabweld
Fork material	4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	N/A
Shifters	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	Fabweld Countermeasure 3-piece chromoly, 44 teeth
Bottom bracket	Fabweld sealed bearing, 140mm spindle
BB shell width	American
Rear cogs	1-speed, 16 teeth
Chain	KMC HP-20, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Victor VP 500

Brakes

Brakes	Dia-Compe VC-757 rear brakes, Dia-Compe DP-7 rear levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" threadless Aheadset
Handlebar	Fabweld chromoly
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Bulletproof
Saddle	Viscount Cobra
Seatpost	Kalloy Uno, 25.4mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Sovos
Rims	Wheelmaster aluminum, 36-hole
Spokes	DT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	20 x 1 3/8" Tioga Comp III
Wheel size	20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	488.9 mm
Head-tube angle	72°
Seat-tube angle	70°
Chainstay / rear center	368.3 mm
Wheelbase	876.3 mm
Fork offset / rake	25.4 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.