Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Specialized Fatboy A1

Velopedia Archive ID 67669

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Specialized
Model	Fatboy A1
Bicycle type	BMX
Archive ID	67669
Original MSRP	$399.99
Colors	Polished
Sizes	Large, xlarge

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	SBC A1 Premium aluminum
Fork	Fatboy
Fork material	Chromoly, oversize, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	N/A
Shifters	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	1-piece chromoly, 44 teeth
Bottom bracket	One piece
BB shell width	American 24tpi
Rear cogs	1-speed, 16 teeth
Chain	1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Aluminum

Brakes

Brakes	Tektro rear brakes, Tektro levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Tange-Seiki
Handlebar	Chromoly
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	SBC aluminum
Saddle	SBC Pro
Seatpost	Aluminum micro-adjust, 26.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Aluminum nutted
Rims	Araya VP-20, 36-hole
Spokes	Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	Front: 20 x 2.125" SBC BMXtreme, Rear: 20 x 1.85" SBC BMXtreme
Wheel size	20" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 23, 2026.