Velopedia Bicycle Archive

1997 Mongoose Hill Topper

Mountain bike, non-suspension bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.

Original MSRP
$399.00
Sizes
15", 16.5", 18", 19.5", 21.5"
Colors
Matte red, satin silver plate
Archive ID
68161

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Frameset

Frame ConstructionTIG-welded
Frame MaterialMongoose Cfa
ForkMongoose
Fork MaterialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear ShockN/A

Drivetrain

Component GroupShimano STX
ShiftersShimano STX RapidFire SL
Front DerailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull
Rear DerailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
BB Shell Width68mm English
Rear Cogs7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResin w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano AceraX M-System brakes, Mongoose 2.5-finger levers

Cockpit & Contact Points

Headset1 1/8" Mongoose sealed
HandlebarAluminum
Handlebar ExtensionsNot included
StemMongoose Comfort Rise
SaddleMongoose Comfort
SeatpostMongoose alloy micro-adjust, 26.2 mm diameter

Wheels & Tires

HubsFront: Mongoose Vector Pull, Rear: Shimano AceraX
RimsAraya GP-710, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke NipplesBrass nipples
Front Tire26 x 1.95" Mongoose Dual Sport
Wheel Size26" wheels

Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.

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