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1997 Wheeler 5500 ZX

Mountain bike, front suspension bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.

Original MSRP
$671.88
Sizes
16", 18", 19.5", 21"
Colors
Blue
Archive ID
60555
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Frameset

Frame ConstructionTIG-welded
Frame Material7005 aluminum, oversize
ForkRock Shox Quadra 5
Fork MaterialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear ShockN/A

Drivetrain

Component GroupShimano STX-RC
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400i
Front DerailleurShimano STX top-swing, top-pull
Rear DerailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetSR Giga, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom BracketShimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle
BB Shell Width68mm English
Rear Cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC SS-91S, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo

Brakes

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

Cockpit & Contact Points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset
HandlebarWheeler
Handlebar ExtensionsNot included
StemHOT Products
SaddleWheeler
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust

Wheels & Tires

HubsFront: Shimano Alivio, Rear: Shimano STX-RC
RimsAluminum, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke NipplesBrass nipples

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