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1998 Powerlite Chaos (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 72493

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	Powerlite
Model	Chaos (02)
Bicycle type	Freestyle/jumping
Archive ID	72493
Original MSRP	$319.75
Colors	Candy blue charcoal
Sizes	Boys

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Chromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
Fork	Powerlite
Fork material	Chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	N/A
Shifters	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	1-piece chromoly, 43 teeth
Bottom bracket	One piece
BB shell width	American
Rear cogs	1-speed, 16 teeth
Chain	1/2 x 1/8"
Pedals	Platform, aluminum

Brakes

Brakes	Dia-Compe Bulldog front/990 rear brakes, Dia-Compe MX-101 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" steel w/SST Oryg detangler
Handlebar	Powerlite 4-piece
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Aluminum
Saddle	Powerlite
Seatpost	Steel micro-adjust

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Powerlite
Rims	Weinmann 2121, 48-hole
Spokes	Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	20 x 1.95" Primo V-Monster
Wheel size	20" wheels

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