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1996 Hampton Cruiser Hampton Cruiser Steel (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 53783

Overview

Model year1996
BrandHampton Cruiser
ModelHampton Cruiser Steel (02)
Bicycle typeCruiser
Archive ID53783
Original MSRP$169.95
ColorsBlack, grape, green, light blue, raspberry, teal, white
Sizes16.5", womens 16.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialHi-tensile steel
ForkMX Tubular
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupN/A
ShiftersN/A
Front derailleurN/A
Rear derailleurN/A
Crankset1-piece 6 1/2", 44 teeth
Bottom bracketOne piece
BB shell width68mm Threadless
Rear cogs1-speed, 18 teeth
ChainKMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8"
PedalsVictor VP-810

Brakes

BrakesKT coaster brake

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Tien Hsin
HandlebarCruiser Bend
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemBMX 4-bolt
SaddleCruiser w/springs
SeatpostPillar, 25.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsCMC 7X steel, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 105g straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire24 x 2.125" Kenda K-130A
Wheel size24" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube574 mm
Head-tube angle68°
Seat-tube angle69°
Chainstay / rear center469.9 mm
Wheelbase1084.6 mm
Fork offset / rake25.4 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 9, 2026.