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1997 KHS Wedgewood
Original specifications: Shimano Nexus drivetrain · 26" wheels · 29 lb published weight.
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At a glance
Archive #60637- Model year
- 1997
- Category
- Cruiser
- Original MSRP
- $549.00
- Sizes
- 17"
- Colors
- Ivory/emerald green
- Weight
- 29 lb
- Geometry
- Legacy reference
- In this record
- 24 specifications · archived image · original MSRP · geometry
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Identification clues
1997 archived details
- Published colors
- Ivory/emerald green
- Frame
- Chromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
- Original equipment
- Shimano Nexus
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Original buildChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays · Shimano Nexus · 26" wheels
Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Chromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays |
| Fork | Khs |
| Fork Material | Chromoly, unicrown crown |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Shimano Nexus |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano Inter-7 ST-7S20 |
| Crankset | Tracer aluminum, 42 teeth |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 118 mm spindle |
| BB Shell Width | 68mm English |
| Rear Cogs | 7-speed internal, 22 teeth |
| Chain | KMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8" |
| Pedals | Victor VP-988 |
Brakes
| Brakes | Chang Star 854AG cantilever brakes, aluminum levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Aluminum |
| Stem | Aluminum |
| Saddle | Cruiser w/springs |
| Seatpost | Polygon PM-312, 29.2 mm diameter |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Front: aluminum nutted, Rear: Shimano Nexus |
|---|---|
| Rims | Aluminum, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Wheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke Nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front Tire | 26 x 1.95" Duro Amber |
| Wheel Size | 26" wheels |
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Geometry
Historical measurements. Frame size unknown.
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All geometry measurementsLegacy reference · 6 measurements
| Measurement | Legacy reference |
|---|---|
| Top tube | 552 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 429 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1052 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 45 mm |
Frame size not recorded.
Gearing
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| Total range | — | — |
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| Highest-gear speed | — | — |
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Parts & serviceability
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26 x 1.95" Duro Amber
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Shimano BB-LP26
118 mm spindle
Shimano Inter-7 ST-7S20
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Polygon PM-312
29.2 mm diameter
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- Front tire
- 26 x 1.95" Duro Amber
- Drivetrain
- 7-speed
- Seatpost diameter
- 29.2 mm
- Bottom bracket / shell
- Shimano BB-LP26, 118 mm spindle · 68mm English
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Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: KHS · Chromoly, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Group: Shimano Nexus · Shifters: Shimano Inter-7 ST-7S20 · Crankset: Tracer aluminum, 42 teeth · Bottom bracket: Shimano BB-LP26, 118 mm spindle · Rear cogs: 7-speed internal, 22 teeth · Chain: KMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8"
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Chang Star 854AG cantilever brakes, aluminum levers
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: Aluminum, 36-hole · Hubs: Front: aluminum nutted, Rear: Shimano Nexus · Front tire: 26 x 1.95" Duro Amber
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset · Handlebar: Aluminum · Stem: Aluminum · Seatpost: Polygon PM-312, 29.2 mm diameter · Saddle: Cruiser w/springs · Pedals: Victor VP-988
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