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1999 Mongoose NX 8.1 (01)

Velopedia Archive ID 88339

Overview

Model year1999
BrandMongoose
ModelNX 8.1 (01)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID88339
Original MSRP$949.99
ColorsCarbon Blue
SizesLarge, medium, small

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialAluminum
ForkAnswer Manitou Spyder, 2.75" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockFast Trax coil over, 3.5" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Alivio RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano STX top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetShimano Alivio, 22/32/42 teeth
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsAluminum cage w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesTektro 824A linear-pull brakes, Tektro RBP-381A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tioga TG
HandlebarMongoose Comp Series 6061
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemMongoose
SaddleMongoose Beast
SeatpostMongoose micro-adjust

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Mongoose OS, Rear: Shimano STX-RC
RimsWeinmann Zac 19, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Front tire26 x 2.10" IRC Mythos XC
Wheel size26" wheels

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