VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Wheeler 1600

Velopedia Archive ID 67902

Overview

Model year1997
BrandWheeler
Model1600
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID67902
Original MSRP$242.00
ColorsBlack
Sizes16", 18", 20.5", womens 18", womens 20"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialHi-tensile steel
ForkWheeler
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Tourney TY-30
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleurShimano Tourney TY-30, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Tourney TY-30
CranksetDotek 3-piece, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketVictor VPB-32
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC SS-71S, 1/2 X 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-872

Brakes

BrakesLee Chi Z82 brakes, Shimano levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" YST HP-863
HandlebarWei Hau steel
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemWei Hau steel
SaddleWheeler
SeatpostTF 1107-1, 25.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsKung Ten A15F, Q/R
RimsTeny TA-5R, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 43c Wheeler Crossmaster
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube546.1 mm
Head-tube angle70.5°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center429.3 mm
Wheelbase1041.4 mm
Fork offset / rake44.4 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 9, 2026.