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1997 Redline RL 480 (01)

Velopedia Archive ID 67386

Overview

Model year1997
BrandRedline
ModelRL 480 (01)
Bicycle typeFreestyle/jumping
Archive ID67386
Original MSRP$324.99
ColorsChrome-plated
SizesBoys

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material4130 chromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkRedline
Fork material4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupN/A
ShiftersN/A
Front derailleurN/A
Rear derailleurN/A
CranksetRedline 1-piece chromoly, 44 teeth
Bottom bracketOne piece
BB shell width68mm Threadless
Rear cogs1-speed, 16 teeth
ChainKMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8"
PedalsProline aluminum

Brakes

BrakesDia-Compe Direct Pull/Bulldog front brakes, Dia-Compe levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset
HandlebarRedline steel
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemRedline aluminum
SaddleRedline Dura
SeatpostPillar, chromoly

Wheels & tires

HubsRedline aluminum nutted
RimsRedline aluminum, 48-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire20 x 1.95" Redline Freaky-V
Wheel size20" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 5, 2026.