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1997 Nishiki Ambush

Velopedia Archive ID 68291

Overview

Model year1997
BrandNishiki
ModelAmbush
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID68291
Original MSRP$399.99
ColorsRed/black
Sizes16", 18", 20"
Weight35.5 lb

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

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565.1 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center431.8 mm
Wheelbase1074.4 mm
Fork offset / rake44.4 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 1, 2026.