Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 62759
| Model year | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Softride |
| Model | Norwester |
| Bicycle type | Road/sport |
| Archive ID | 62759 |
| Original MSRP | $1,099.95 |
| Colors | White |
| Sizes | 49 cm, 52 cm, 55 cm, 58 cm, 61 cm |
| Frame construction | Welded |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Chromoly |
| Fork | Chien Shing |
| Fork material | Chromoly, aero crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano RSX |
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| Shifters | Shimano RSX STI Dual Control |
| Front derailleur | Shimano RSX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano RSX GS |
| Crankset | Shimano RSX, 26/36/46 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 118 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 24 teeth |
| Chain | KMC SS-91S, 1/2 X 3/32" |
| Pedals | Aluminum cage w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | Shimano RSX Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano RSX levers |
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| Headset | 1" Tange-Seiki Passage |
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| Handlebar | Aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A |
| Stem | Softride chromoly suspension |
| Saddle | Vuelta Vison, chromoly rails |
| Seatpost | Softride Suspension Beam |
| Hubs | Shimano RSX |
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| Rims | Sun Rims CR18, 32-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 700 x 23c Continental Super Sport Ultra |
| Wheel size | 700c wheels |
| Top tube | 556 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 72° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 986 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 5, 2026.