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1996 Powerlite P-28

Velopedia Archive ID 50798

Overview

Model year1996
BrandPowerlite
ModelP-28
Bicycle typeBMX
Archive ID50798
Original MSRP$289.99
ColorsChrome-plated, matte green
SizesBoys

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly/hi-tensile steel
ForkPowerlite
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupN/A
ShiftersN/A
Front derailleurN/A
Rear derailleurN/A
CranksetGT Power Series 1-piece chromoly, 43 teeth
Bottom bracketVictor steel
BB shell width68mm Threadless
Rear cogs1-speed, 16 teeth
ChainKMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8"
PedalsGT nylon platforms

Brakes

BrakesChang Star cantilever brakes, Chang Star 257A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2
HandlebarGT BMX Expert
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemPowerlite BMX
SaddlePowerlite BMX
SeatpostPowerlite straight, 22.2 mm (7/8 inch) diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsWeinmann 4019, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire20 x 1.75" Powerlite Retro Tread
Wheel size20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube469.9 mm
Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle70°
Chainstay / rear center375.9 mm
Wheelbase933.4 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 13, 2026.