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2000 Mongoose Californian

Velopedia Archive ID 46324

Overview

Model year	2000
Brand	Mongoose
Model	Californian
Bicycle type	BMX
Archive ID	46324
Original MSRP	$449.99
Colors	Wired Platinum

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Newman 7005 aluminum
Fork	Mongoose
Fork material	Chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	N/A
Shifters	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	Mongoose 3-piece chromoly, 43 teeth
Rear cogs	1-speed, 16 teeth
Chain	KMC Z-30, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Mongoose aluminum

Brakes

Brakes	Dia-Compe VC-777 rear brakes, Dia-Compe MX-1 rear levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	Tange
Handlebar	Mongoose BMX
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Mongoose alloy
Saddle	Mongoose BMX
Seatpost	Mongoose micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Mongoose alloy
Rims	Weinmann Zac 19, 36-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Front tire	Front: 20 x 2.25" Mongoose Blur2, Rear: 20 x 1.85" Mongoose Blur2
Wheel size	20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	551.2 mm
Head-tube angle	74°
Seat-tube angle	71°
Chainstay / rear center	391.2 mm
Wheelbase	965.2 mm
Fork offset / rake	25.4 mm

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