Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Powerlite P-51

Velopedia Archive ID 59266

Overview

Model year	1996
Brand	Powerlite
Model	P-51
Bicycle type	BMX
Archive ID	59266
Original MSRP	$644.99
Colors	Polished
Sizes	Boys

Frameset

Frame construction	Welded aluminum
Frame material	6061 T6 aluminum
Fork material	Unicrown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	N/A
Shifters	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	GT Power Series 1-piece chromoly, 43 teeth
Bottom bracket	GT sealed bearing
BB shell width	68mm Threadless
Rear cogs	1-speed, 16 teeth
Chain	KMC, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	GT alloy platforms

Brakes

Brakes	Chang Star 850AGP brakes, Dia-Compe MX-99 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2
Handlebar	Powerlite Pro
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Powerlite BMX
Saddle	Powerlite BMX
Seatpost	GT chromoly micro-adjust, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Rims	Weinmann 2521 Double Wall, 32-hole
Spokes	Steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	Front: 20 x 2.125" Powerlite Retro Tread, Rear: 20 x 1.75" Powerlite Retro Tread
Wheel size	20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	514.4 mm
Head-tube angle	73.5°
Seat-tube angle	70°
Chainstay / rear center	378.5 mm
Wheelbase	939.8 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 25, 2026.