VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Mongoose Sycomore

Velopedia Archive ID 67040

Overview

Model year1997
BrandMongoose
ModelSycomore
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID67040
Original MSRP$349.00
ColorsBlack, silver
Sizes13", 15", 16.5", 18", 19.5", 21.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialMongoose Cfa
ForkMongoose
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio/AceraX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano AceraX, 22/32/42 teeth
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC SS-71S, 1/2 X 3/32"
PedalsResin

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Mongoose 3-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, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Mongoose Dual Sport
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube575 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Wheelbase1052 mm
Fork offset / rake38 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.