Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Ross Cherokee SE

Velopedia Archive ID 52565

Overview

Model year	1996
Brand	Ross
Model	Cherokee SE
Bicycle type	Cruiser
Archive ID	52565
Original MSRP	$399.95
Colors	Fade jade
Sizes	15", 17", 19", 21"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded steel
Frame material	Chromoly/hi-tensile steel
Fork	Jeep Suspension
Fork material	Aluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano AceraX
Shifters	Shimano AceraX EZ Fire
Front derailleur	Shimano AceraX top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleur	Shimano AceraX
Crankset	Shimano AceraX, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain	Taya TB-500, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Steel cage

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano AceraX M-System brakes, Shimano AceraX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Victor VP-H200
Handlebar	Wei Hau
Handlebar extensions	Ross
Stem	Flip-flop
Saddle	Selle Master
Seatpost	Ross, 26.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Rims	Rigida AS-26, 32-hole
Spokes	Ta Sen steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 1.90" Hutchinson
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	558.8 mm
Head-tube angle	72°
Seat-tube angle	72°
Chainstay / rear center	425.4 mm
Wheelbase	1054.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 28, 2026.