VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Ross Mt. Jefferson (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 64902

Overview

Model year1997
BrandRoss
ModelMt. Jefferson (02)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID64902
Original MSRP$179.95
ColorsBlack, blue, purple
SizesBoys, girls

Frameset

Frame constructionMIG-welded
Frame materialHi-tensile steel
ForkRoss
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Tourney TY-15
ShiftersShimano Tourney TY-15 top-mount
Front derailleurShimano Tourney TY-15, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Tourney TY-15
CranksetSteel, cotterless, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketYST BB 621, 122.5 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs6-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResin

Brakes

BrakesSteel cantilever brakes, APSE levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" YST 8002
HandlebarHsin Lung steel
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung steel
SaddleSelle Master VL-252
SeatpostPillar, steel, 25.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsSteel, nutted
RimsRigida AS-26, 36-hole
SpokesRichman stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire24 x 1.95" Super East 101
Wheel size24" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube530 mm
Head-tube angle70°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center435 mm
Wheelbase1045 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 21, 2026.