VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Mongoose NX 9.7

Velopedia Archive ID 75227

Overview

Model year1998
BrandMongoose
ModelNX 9.7
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID75227
Original MSRP$3,695.00
ColorsPolished orange
SizesLarge, medium, small

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialAluminum, double-butted
ForkRock Shox Judy XL
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, double triple-clamp crown
Rear shockRock Shox Super Deluxe, 5.0" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT top-swing, bottom-pull
Rear derailleurShimano XTR SGS
CranksetWhite Industries, 22/32/42 teeth
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-M636 SPD

Brakes

BrakesRock Shox disc brakes, Avid SD-2.0 L levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit UF
HandlebarKore Torsion
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemKore Lite
SaddleWTB SSTK, hollow chromoly rails w/kevlar sides
SeatpostKore Lite II, 31.4mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsWhite Industries
RimsMavic X317
SpokesDT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.10" Hutchinson Coyote kevlar, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Hutchinson On The Rocks II kevlar
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565 mm
Chainstay / rear center417 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 27, 2026.