VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Mongoose Tetra SX

Velopedia Archive ID 60564

Overview

Model year1997
BrandMongoose
ModelTetra SX
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID60564
Original MSRP$699.00
ColorsMatte graphite, polished
Sizes13", 15.5", 17.5", 19.5", 22"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialMongoose C(a)2
ForkRock Shox Indy C
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX/Alivio
ShiftersShimano STX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano Alivio, 22/32/42 teeth
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsAluminum cage w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano Alivio A-brake brakes, Shimano Alivio levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tioga ST2-E
HandlebarAluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemMongoose TSS
SaddleMongoose Comfort
SeatpostMongoose alloy micro-adjust, 30.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Mongoose Vector Pull, Rear: Shimano AceraX
RimsWeinmann Zac 19, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.10" Tioga Edge kevlar, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Tioga Psycho TT
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube570 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center420 mm
Wheelbase1054 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

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