VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Mongoose RX 9.7

Velopedia Archive ID 76356

Overview

Model year1998
BrandMongoose
ModelRX 9.7
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID76356
Original MSRP$2,495.00
ColorsOrange
Sizes53 cm, 56 cm, 59 cm

Frameset

Frame constructionMonocoque
Frame materialCarbon fiber composite
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano 600 Ultegra
ShiftersShimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra, bottom-pull
Rear derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra SS
CranksetShimano 600 Ultegra, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN72, 109.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 600 Ultegra levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" sealed
HandlebarZoom
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemZoom Stage II
SaddleSelle Italia Expedia
SeatpostMongoose micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano 600 Ultegra
RimsMavic CXP 21, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 1.8mm double-butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Hutchinson Success
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube560 mm
Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle74.5°
Chainstay / rear center406 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 28, 2026.