VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Haro Vector V3

Velopedia Archive ID 69597

Overview

Model year1997
BrandHaro
ModelVector V3
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID69597
Original MSRP$435.00
ColorsBlack, red
Sizes15.5", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5"
Weight31 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly
ForkRST 161B
Fork materialAluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersShimano STX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsAluminum cage w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano AceraX M-System brakes, Shimano Alivio levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless YST
HandlebarHaro
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHaro
SaddleHaro
SeatpostHaro, 29.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsJoy Tech aluminum Q/R
RimsAraya VP-20, 36-hole
SpokesHTI stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" Kenda K-832
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube563.9 mm
Head-tube angle71.5°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1051.6 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 13, 2026.