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1997 Wheeler 1800

Velopedia Archive ID 66160

Overview

Model year1997
BrandWheeler
Model1800
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID66160
Original MSRP$289.00
ColorsSea foam green
Sizes14.5", 16", 18", 19.5", 21", 22.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkWheeler
Fork material4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleurSunRace, bottom-pull
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
Crankset24/34/42 teeth
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 13 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC, 1/2 x 3/32"

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Shimano Altus levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" steel
HandlebarSteel
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSteel
SaddleWheeler
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust

Wheels & tires

HubsAluminum nutted
RimsAluminum, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95"
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube546.1 mm
Head-tube angle70.5°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center429.3 mm
Wheelbase1047.8 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.