Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Nishiki Backroads

Velopedia Archive ID 64057

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Nishiki
Model	Backroads
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID	64057
Original MSRP	$399.99
Colors	Black mica, orange khrome
Sizes	16", 18", 20", 22"
Weight	28 lb

Frameset

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

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano STX-RC/Alivio
Shifters	Grip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleur	Shimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano STX
Crankset	Sugino Impel 250, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain	KMC SS-71S, 1/2 X 3/32"
Pedals	Resin

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Alivio M-System brakes, Dia-Compe SS-8 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" steel
Handlebar	Aluminum
Handlebar extensions	Aluminum
Stem	Chromoly
Saddle	Sella Stratos Hyper Expert
Seatpost	Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano RM-40
Rims	Vuelta VMC 1.2, 36-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	Front: 26 x 2.10" Kenda K-857 Hammer, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Kenda K-867 Anvil
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	584.2 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	73°
Chainstay / rear center	425.4 mm
Wheelbase	1064.3 mm
Fork offset / rake	44.4 mm

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