Velopedia Bicycle Archive
1999 Mongoose DX 5.3
Mountain bike, front suspension bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.
- Original MSRP
- $439.99
- Sizes
- 14", 16", 18", 20", 22"
- Colors
- Carbon Blue, Fusion Orange
- Archive ID
- 89710
Current market
Checking current listings…Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Chromoly, oversized |
| Fork | Rock Shox Jett C, 1.8" travel |
| Fork Material | Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear Shock | N/A |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Mountain Mix |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano Alivio RapidFire SL |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano AceraX top-swing, top-pull |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Alivio |
| Crankset | SR XR17, 24/34/42 teeth |
| Rear Cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Resin w/clips & straps |
Brakes
| Brakes | Aluminum linear-pull brakes, aluminum linear-pull levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Mongoose sealed |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Mongoose |
| Handlebar Extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Mongoose |
| Saddle | Mongoose Dual Density |
| Seatpost | Mongoose micro-adjust |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Mongoose OS |
|---|---|
| Rims | Weinmann 519, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Front Tire | Front: 26 x 1.95" Maxxis Hanz, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Maxxis Franz |
| Wheel Size | 26" wheels |
Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.