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1997 Nishiki Ambush

Mountain bike, front & rear suspension bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.

Original MSRP
$399.99
Sizes
16", 18", 20"
Colors
Red/black
Weight
35.5
Archive ID
68291
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Frameset

Frame ConstructionWelded
Frame MaterialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkSR DuoTrack 7007
Fork MaterialAluminum, triple-clamp crown
Rear ShockDyna-mount, 2.0" travel

Drivetrain

Component GroupShimano AceraX/Altus
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-170
Front DerailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear DerailleurShimano AceraX
CranksetTracer MA-4i, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom BracketVictor VPB-33, 116 mm spindle
BB Shell Width68mm English
Rear Cogs7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResin

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, aluminum levers

Cockpit & Contact Points

Headset1" steel
HandlebarSteel
Handlebar ExtensionsNot included
StemSteel
SaddleSella Stratos HyperPlush
SeatpostSteel micro-adjust, 26.0 mm diameter

Wheels & Tires

HubsAluminum quick release
RimsWeinmann 519, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke NipplesBrass nipples
Front Tire26 x 2.00" multi-terrain
Wheel Size26" wheels

Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.

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