VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1995 Mongoose Switchback

Velopedia Archive ID 32498

Overview

Model year1995
BrandMongoose
ModelSwitchback
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID32498
Original MSRP$300.00
ColorsBright purple,forest green,sapphire blue
Sizes13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5", 23.5", womens 17", womens 19"
Weight30 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialTange chromoly main triangle
ForkMongoose
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano AceraX
ShiftersShimano AceraX RapidFire TX
Front derailleurShimano AceraX, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano AceraX
CranksetTracer MT-6i, 24/34/42 teeth
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsComposite

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus C90 brakes, Shimano AceraX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" YST 8002E
HandlebarMongoose MTB
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemMongoose MTB
SaddleMongoose Gel
SeatpostMongoose, 26.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano AceraX
RimsAraya VP-20, 36-hole
Spokes2.0 mm
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Mongoose
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube560 mm
Head-tube angle70°
Seat-tube angle72°
Chainstay / rear center445 mm
Wheelbase1067 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 25, 2026.