Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Wheeler 5200 ZX

Velopedia Archive ID 68152

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Wheeler
Model	5200 ZX
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	68152
Original MSRP	$584.00
Colors	Matte burgundy
Sizes	16", 18", 19.5", 21"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Chromoly, double-butted
Fork	RST 381M
Fork material	Unicrown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano STX-RC
Shifters	Grip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleur	Shimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano STX-RC
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain	KMC, 1/2 x 3/32"

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless steel
Handlebar	Steel
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	HOT Products
Saddle	Wheeler
Seatpost	Aluminum micro-adjust

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Shimano Alivio, Rear: Shimano STX-RC
Rims	Aluminum, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	Front: 26 x 1.95" Kenda Pro Bear Track, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Kenda K-857 Hammer
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	546.1 mm
Head-tube angle	70.5°
Seat-tube angle	73.5°
Chainstay / rear center	419.1 mm
Wheelbase	1049 mm
Fork offset / rake	38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 22, 2026.