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1997 Ross Trials 166

Velopedia Archive ID 65814

Overview

Model year1997
BrandRoss
ModelTrials 166
Bicycle typeTrials
Archive ID65814
Original MSRP$999.95
ColorsRed anodized
SizesOne size fits all

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum, oversize
ForkRoss
Fork materialAluminum, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupN/A
ShiftersN/A
Front derailleurN/A
Rear derailleurN/A
CranksetCyclone CPI, 22 teeth
Bottom bracketChin Haur CH-46, 118 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs1-speed, 18 teeth
ChainTaya Pro Extreme, 1/2 x 1/8"
PedalsTrials rat trap

Brakes

BrakesMagura Hydraulic HS22 brakes, Magura Race-Line levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/4" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset AL-2
HandlebarRoss Trials
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemClub Roost Trials
SaddleVelo VL-208
SeatpostUni aluminum, 22.2 mm (7/8 inch) diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsKing Kong aluminum, nutted
RimsAluminum, 36-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 16 x 2.00" Monty, Rear: 15 x 2.50" Monty Fat Tire
Wheel sizeFront: 16", Rear: 15" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube520 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center375 mm
Wheelbase995 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.