Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Free Agent Ambush (01)

Velopedia Archive ID 65613

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Free Agent
Model	Ambush (01)
Bicycle type	BMX
Archive ID	65613
Original MSRP	$279.00
Colors	Chrome-plated
Sizes	Boys 10.5"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Chromoly
Fork	Free Agent
Fork material	Chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	N/A
Shifters	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	1-piece chromoly, 44 teeth
Bottom bracket	One piece
BB shell width	68mm Threadless
Rear cogs	1-speed, 16 teeth
Chain	KMC HP-20, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Platform

Brakes

Brakes	Aluminum cantilever brakes, aluminum levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" Dia-Compe Aheadset
Handlebar	Free Agent
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Free Agent
Saddle	Free Agent VL-229
Seatpost	Kalloy aluminum, 26.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Aluminum nutted
Rims	Aluminum, 36-hole
Spokes	Shuhn Lih steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	Front: 20 x 2.125" Duro, Rear: 20 x 1.75" Duro
Wheel size	20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	505 mm
Head-tube angle	74°
Seat-tube angle	72°
Chainstay / rear center	364 mm
Wheelbase	908 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 14, 2026.