VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Nishiki Backroads

Velopedia Archive ID 82130

Overview

Model year1999
BrandNishiki
ModelBackroads
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID82130
Original MSRP$434.99
ColorsCompetition Cream
Sizes14", 16", 18", 20", 22"
Weight27 lb

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

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1056.6 mm
Fork offset / rake39.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 22, 2026.