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1997 Performance M-507

Velopedia Archive ID 62153

Overview

Model year1997
BrandPerformance
ModelM-507
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID62153
Original MSRP$339.00
ColorsGloss black
Sizes13", 15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight27.8 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialTrue Temper chromoly, double-butted
ForkSpinner
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersSachs Wavey
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 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-956A w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano Alivio M-System brakes, Shimano Alivio 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 Alivio
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 angle72°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Wheelbase1060 mm
Fork offset / rake40 mm

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