Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Redline RL 540 (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 81330

Overview

Model year	1999
Brand	Redline
Model	RL 540 (02)
Bicycle type	BMX
Archive ID	81330
Original MSRP	$319.99
Colors	White
Sizes	Pro

Frameset

Frame construction	Welded
Frame material	7005 aluminum
Fork	Redline Monster Fork
Fork material	4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	N/A
Shifters	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	Redline Big Block, 44 teeth
Bottom bracket	Redline Big Block
BB shell width	American
Rear cogs	1-speed, 16 teeth
Chain	KMC, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Redline aluminum platform

Brakes

Brakes	Tektro 915A rear brakes, Tektro 342A rear levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Tioga TG
Handlebar	Redline Pro
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Redline Flight Group
Saddle	Redline Team Kevlar
Seatpost	Redline micro-adjust, 26.8mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Redline Flight Group
Rims	Redline Alloy, 36-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	Front: 20 x 2.125" Tioga Comp III, Rear: 20 x 1.75" Tioga Comp III
Wheel size	20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	514.4 mm
Head-tube angle	74°
Seat-tube angle	71°
Chainstay / rear center	388.6 mm
Wheelbase	950 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 4, 2026.