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1996 Powerlite P-47 (01)

Velopedia Archive ID 58145

Overview

Model year1996
BrandPowerlite
ModelP-47 (01)
Bicycle typeBMX
Archive ID58145
Original MSRP$519.99
ColorsPolished
SizesBoys

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded aluminum
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum
ForkPowerlite Junior
Fork material4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupN/A
ShiftersN/A
Front derailleurN/A
Rear derailleurN/A
CranksetSugino alloy, 42 teeth
Bottom bracketThree-piece chromoly
BB shell width68mm Threadless
Rear cogs1-speed, 16 teeth
ChainKMC, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor alloy, chromoly spindle

Brakes

BrakesChang Star caliper brakes, Dia-Compe MX-122 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" steel
HandlebarPowerlite Junior
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemGT Mini alloy
SaddleVelo w/integral seatpost
SeatpostUni-style, 20.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsSun Metal, 32-hole
SpokesSteel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire20 x 1 1/8" Comp III style
Wheel size20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube459.7 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle68°
Chainstay / rear center368.3 mm
Wheelbase876.3 mm

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