Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Mongoose DX 5.3

Velopedia Archive ID 89710

Overview

Model year	1999
Brand	Mongoose
Model	DX 5.3
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	89710
Original MSRP	$439.99
Colors	Carbon Blue, Fusion Orange
Sizes	14", 16", 18", 20", 22"

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

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 27, 2026.