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1997 Performance M-407

Velopedia Archive ID 67508

Overview

Model year1997
BrandPerformance
ModelM-407
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID67508
Original MSRP$469.00
ColorsDark blue, grey
Sizes13", 15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight27.2 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialTrue Temper AVR, double-butted
ForkRST 381L
Fork materialAluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX
ShiftersSachs Wavey
Front derailleurShimano STX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetSR aluminum, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-331A w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesDia-Compe VC-747 brakes, Dia-Compe PC-7 EXA levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Victor Modus VP-H200 sealed
HandlebarWisdom aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemKalloy aluminum
SaddleSelle San Marco Hovercraft
SeatpostKalloy SP-248, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: King Kong 381, Rear: Shimano R050, silent clutch
RimsWeinmann 519, 36-hole
SpokesShuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" WTB Primal Raptor
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube585 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Wheelbase1060 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 23, 2026.