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1997 Trek 520

Velopedia Archive ID 61629

Overview

Model year1997
BrandTrek
Model520
Bicycle typeTouring
Archive ID61629
Original MSRP$999.99
ColorsForest green
Sizes17", 19", 21", 23", 25"
Weight25.7 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly, double-butted
ForkTrek
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano RSX
ShiftersShimano RSX STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano RSX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano RSX GS
CranksetShimano RSX, 26/36/46 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 118 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG70, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsSystem 2 w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano STX-RC M-System brakes, Shimano RSX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Tange-Seiki CDS
HandlebarSystem 1
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemSystem 1
SaddleVelo VL-209
SeatpostSystem 1, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano STX
RimsMatrix Vapor, 36-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 28c Continental Super Sport
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube555 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center450 mm
Wheelbase1054 mm
Fork offset / rake57 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 25, 2026.