Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 76477
| Model year | 1998 |
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| Brand | Mongoose |
| Model | DX 5.3 |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 76477 |
| Original MSRP | $415.00 |
| Colors | Matte graphite, yellow |
| Sizes | 14", 16", 18", 20", 22" |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
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| Frame material | Chromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays |
| Fork | Rock Shox Indy S |
| Fork material | Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Mountain Mix |
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| Shifters | Shimano STX RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX |
| Crankset | Shimano AceraX, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Resin body/aluminum cage w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | Mongoose linear-pull brakes, Mongoose aluminum levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless sealed |
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| Handlebar | Mongoose Comp |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Mongoose |
| Saddle | Mongoose |
| Seatpost | Mongoose micro-adjust |
| Hubs | Front: Mongoose OS, Rear: Shimano RM40 |
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| Rims | Araya GP-710, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.95" Mongoose |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 570 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 72° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 28, 2026.