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1997 Research Dynamics Coyote Team Rider

Velopedia Archive ID 65959

Overview

Model year1997
BrandResearch Dynamics
ModelCoyote Team Rider
Bicycle typeJuvenile mountain bike, suspension
Archive ID65959
Original MSRP$289.00
ColorsBlack/red fade
SizesBoys 14.5"
Weight28 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialHi-tensile steel
ForkRST 154B
Fork materialChromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Tourney TY-22
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-100
Front derailleurShimano Tourney TY-22 top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Tourney TY-22
CranksetProwheel S-356, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketYST BB 612, 122.5 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs6-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-30, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-895

Brakes

BrakesGuan Chih N888P brakes, Guan Chih N394BP levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" YST 663EB
HandlebarHsin Lung MTB 110
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemJye Chen JC80U
SaddleVelo VL-244
SeatpostKalloy SP-200, 25.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Jou Yu JY-414 Q/R, Rear: Joy Tech JY-434
RimsKin Lin RT-6n, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire24 x 2.10" Kenda K-816
Wheel size24" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube495.3 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase990.6 mm
Fork offset / rake43.2 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 19, 2026.