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1999 Nishiki Backroads

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

Original MSRP
$434.99
Sizes
14", 16", 18", 20", 22"
Colors
Competition Cream
Weight
27
Archive ID
82130
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Frameset

Frame ConstructionTIG-welded
Frame Material7005 aluminum w/replaceable derailleur hanger
ForkRST 260, 2.0" travel
Fork MaterialAluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear ShockN/A

Drivetrain

Component GroupMountain Mix
ShiftersGrip Shift Centera
Front DerailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear DerailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetShimano Alivio, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom BracketShimano BB-LP27, 110mm spindle
BB Shell Width68mm English
Rear Cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainKMC IG-31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-982A w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesTektro 824A linear-pull brakes, Tektro 379A levers

Cockpit & Contact Points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tange-Seiki RBC-2
HandlebarHL aluminum
Handlebar ExtensionsProftag DN-02
StemAluminum
SaddleSelle Stratos Hyper Expert Duo-Compound
SeatpostAluminum, suspension, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & Tires

HubsShimano Alivio
RimsVuelta Vision, 32-hole
SpokesChung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke NipplesBrass nipples
Front TireFront: 26 x 2.10" Kenda K-877, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Kenda K-887
Wheel Size26" wheels

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Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Component specifications may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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