Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Specialized Fatboy

Velopedia Archive ID 78365

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	Specialized
Model	Fatboy
Bicycle type	BMX
Archive ID	78365
Original MSRP	$240.00
Colors	Black, orange
Sizes	Large

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Chromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
Fork	Specialized Fatboy
Fork material	Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	N/A
Shifters	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	Specialized 1-piece steel, 44 teeth
Bottom bracket	Specialized one piece
BB shell width	American
Rear cogs	1-speed, 16 teeth
Chain	1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Specialized platform, aluminum

Brakes

Brakes	Tektro caliper/linear-pull rear brakes, Tektro levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Tange-Seiki
Handlebar	SBC Hi-Ten
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Specialized aluminum
Saddle	Specialized Racing
Seatpost	Aluminum micro-adjust, 26.0mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Specialized aluminum, nutted
Rims	Aluminum, 36-hole
Spokes	Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	Front: 20 x 2.125" Specialized BMXtreme II, Rear: 20 x 1.80" Specialized BMXtreme II
Wheel size	20" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 4, 2026.