Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Fabweld FW-02 Mini

Velopedia Archive ID 87517

Overview

Model year	1999
Brand	Fabweld
Model	FW-02 Mini
Bicycle type	BMX
Archive ID	87517
Original MSRP	$439.95
Colors	Black, Polished, Red, White
Sizes	Mini
Weight	16.1 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	Dotek aluminum, 40 teeth
Bottom bracket	YST BB 966, 142.5mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	1-speed, 16 teeth
Chain	KMC HP-20, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Victor VP 500

Brakes

Brakes	Pyramid caliper rear brakes, Pyramid aluminum rear levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" YST steel
Handlebar	MCS aluminum
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Primo mini
Saddle	Uni mini
Seatpost	25.4mm diameter

Wheels & tires

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

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	406.4 mm
Head-tube angle	72.5°
Seat-tube angle	70°
Chainstay / rear center	330.2 mm
Wheelbase	825.5 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 October 1, 2026.