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1997 Ross Race Team 156

Velopedia Archive ID 61330

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Ross
Model	Race Team 156
Bicycle type	BMX
Archive ID	61330
Original MSRP	$349.95
Colors	Black chrome
Sizes	Boys 12", large, medium, xlarge

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Chromoly
Fork	Ross
Fork material	Chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	N/A
Shifters	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	1-piece chromoly 7", 44 teeth
Bottom bracket	Tioga
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	1-speed, 16 teeth
Chain	KMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8"
Pedals	Aluminum

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Alivio M-System brakes, Dia-Compe MX-99 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless steel
Handlebar	Chromoly
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Aluminum
Saddle	Velo BMX
Seatpost	Aluminum micro-adjust, 26.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Joy Tech steel, nutted, Rear: Joy Tech aluminum, nutted
Rims	Weinmann Zac 21, 36-hole
Spokes	Richman stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	20 x 1.95" Ritchey Mega-Bite Z-Max
Wheel size	20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	300 mm
Head-tube angle	72°
Seat-tube angle	67°
Chainstay / rear center	406 mm
Wheelbase	984 mm
Fork offset / rake	40 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 22, 2026.