VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Schwinn S[96].3

Velopedia Archive ID 50324

Overview

Model year1996
BrandSchwinn
ModelS[96].3
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID50324
Original MSRP$899.95
ColorsPolished, titanium anodized
Sizes15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight26.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded aluminum
Frame material7005 aluminum
ForkRock Shox Quadra 5
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX/AceraX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400
Front derailleurShimano STX, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetSR CW-CM35, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsSteel cage, resin body w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano AceraX M-System brakes, alloy levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2
HandlebarAlloy
Handlebar extensionsAlloy
StemTahoma alloy
SaddleSchwinn Racing
SeatpostZoom Microset, 26.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsAraya TM-820, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 1.95" Schwinn Moab Leader , Rear: 26 x 1.95" Schwinn Moab Trail
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube586.7 mm
Head-tube angle71.5°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1051.6 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 5, 2026.