Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 71259
| Model year | 1998 |
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| Brand | Schwinn |
| Model | Mesa |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 71259 |
| Original MSRP | $379.95 |
| Colors | Gloss Black/Red, Gloss Yellow/Black |
| Sizes | 13", 15", 17", 19", 21", 23" |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
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| Frame material | Chromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays |
| Fork | RST 261 |
| Fork material | Triple-clamp |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Mountain Mix |
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| Shifters | Grip Shift MRX-170 |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Altus top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Alivio |
| Crankset | Shimano Altus, 24/34/42 teeth |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Resin |
| Brakes | Tektro 823A linear-pull brakes, Tektro levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless steel |
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| Handlebar | Aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A |
| Stem | Steel |
| Saddle | Schwinn Comfort |
| Seatpost | Kalloy aluminum micro-adjust |
| Hubs | Front: Formula aluminum, Rear: Shimano RM40 |
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| Rims | Araya VP-20, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.95" knobby |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 556.3 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 424.2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1028.7 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 3, 2026.