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1997 Schwinn Moab 3 (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 65588

Overview

Model year1997
BrandSchwinn
ModelMoab 3 (02)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID65588
Original MSRP$599.95
ColorsLight blue, red
Sizes15", 17", 19", 21"

Frameset

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

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX/Alivio
ShiftersShimano STX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano Alivio, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsChromoly cage w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Shimano Alivio levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tioga ST2
HandlebarAluminum
Handlebar extensionsScott Pro Stock
StemTahoma Sonne IV
SaddleSchwinn Racing
SeatpostKalloy aluminum, 26.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Formula aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano Altus
RimsAraya GP-710, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 1.95" Schwinn Moab Leader XL, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Schwinn Moab Trail XL
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube586.7 mm
Head-tube angle71.5°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1059.2 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 2, 2026.