Lowest0.86:1
Highest3.23:1
Total range377%
Estimated speed At 90 RPM
Lowest gear
Highest gear
Uses front tire 26×1.95; rear size isn’t listed.
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1997 KHS Sport X
Original specifications: Shimano Altus drivetrain · 26" wheels · 30 lb published weight.
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At a glance
Archive #69976- Model year
- 1997
- Category
- Mountain
- Original MSRP
- $379.00
- Sizes
- 13", 15", 17", 19", 21"
- Colors
- Matte titanium
- Weight
- 30 lb
- Geometry
- Legacy reference
- In this record
- 27 specifications · original MSRP · geometry
Original buildTrue Temper chromoly · Shimano Altus · 26" wheels
Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | True Temper chromoly |
| Fork | RST 161B |
| Fork Material | Aluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Shimano Altus |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano Altus EZ Fire Plus |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Tourney TY-30, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Alivio |
| Crankset | Tracer Granduer, 24/34/42 teeth |
| Bottom Bracket | Victor VP BC-50, 118 mm spindle |
| BB Shell Width | 68mm English |
| Rear Cogs | 7-speed, 13 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Resin |
Brakes
| Brakes | Shimano Altus brakes, Shimano Altus levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1" Victor VP-H73D |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Hsin Lung aluminum |
| Handlebar Extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Hsin Lung steel |
| Saddle | Velo VL-195 |
| Seatpost | Aluminum micro-adjust, 25.6 mm diameter |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | King Kong aluminum, Q/R |
|---|---|
| Rims | Femco 564A, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Shuhn Lih steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke Nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front Tire | 26 x 1.95" Duro HF-822 |
| Wheel Size | 26" wheels |
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Geometry
Historical measurements. Frame size unknown.
Reference drawing
Size
Measurement
Measurement
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All geometry measurementsLegacy reference · 6 measurements
| Measurement | Legacy reference |
|---|---|
| Top tube | 548 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 70° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1080 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm |
Frame size not recorded.
Gearing
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Gearing results
| Measure | Original | Your setup |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest ratio | — | — |
| Highest ratio | — | — |
| Total range | — | — |
| Lowest-gear speed | — | — |
| Highest-gear speed | — | — |
Speeds are estimates. These calculations do not establish component compatibility or available tire clearance.
Parts & serviceability
Find replacement parts
26 x 1.95" Duro HF-822
Replacement search: 26x1.95 bicycle tire Before ordering: Check rim type and tire clearance.
Shimano Alivio
More parts (2)Fewer parts
Shimano Altus EZ Fire Plus
Aluminum micro-adjust
25.6 mm diameter
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Parts and service referenceQuick reference before buying parts
Archived specifications for reference. Check the fitted parts before ordering.
- Front tire
- 26 x 1.95" Duro HF-822
- Drivetrain
- 7-speed
- Seatpost diameter
- 25.6 mm
- Bottom bracket / shell
- Victor VP BC-50, 118 mm spindle · 68mm English
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Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: RST 161B · Aluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Suspension
Evaluate the suspension →Archived: Fork: RST 161B
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Group: Shimano Altus · Shifters: Shimano Altus EZ Fire Plus · Front derailleur: Shimano Tourney TY-30, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm · Rear derailleur: Shimano Alivio · Crankset: Tracer Granduer, 24/34/42 teeth · Bottom bracket: Victor VP BC-50, 118 mm spindle · Rear cogs: 7-speed, 13 - 28 teeth · Chain: Shimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Shimano Altus brakes, Shimano Altus levers
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: Femco 564A, 36-hole · Hubs: King Kong aluminum, Q/R · Front tire: 26 x 1.95" Duro HF-822
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: 1" Victor VP-H73D · Handlebar: Hsin Lung aluminum · Stem: Hsin Lung steel · Seatpost: Aluminum micro-adjust, 25.6 mm diameter · Saddle: Velo VL-195 · Pedals: Resin
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