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1997 Schwinn Frontier DLX

Velopedia Archive ID 67580

Overview

Model year1997
BrandSchwinn
ModelFrontier DLX
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID67580
Original MSRP$399.95
ColorsLight blue
Sizes16", 18", 20", 22", womens 16", womens 19"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkSchwinn
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Altus
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleurShimano Altus top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano AceraX
CranksetShimano Altus, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketChin Haur CH-48, 122.5 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsSchwinn Platform

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Lee Chi GL-1 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Chin Haur CH90
HandlebarAlico YC-5260
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemGirvin Flexstem
SaddleViscount 9401
SeatpostSchwinn Shock, 26.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFormula FM 31
RimsAlex VP-20, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Kenda K-838
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube576.6 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1051.6 mm
Fork offset / rake35.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 3, 2026.