Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Wheeler 5500 ZX

Velopedia Archive ID 60555

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Wheeler
Model	5500 ZX
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	60555
Original MSRP	$671.88
Colors	Blue
Sizes	16", 18", 19.5", 21"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	7005 aluminum, oversize
Fork	Rock Shox Quadra 5
Fork material	Magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano STX-RC
Shifters	Grip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleur	Shimano STX top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleur	Shimano STX-RC
Crankset	SR Giga, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain	KMC SS-91S, 1/2 X 3/32"
Pedals	Wellgo

Brakes

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

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset
Handlebar	Wheeler
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

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	556.3 mm
Head-tube angle	70.5°
Seat-tube angle	73.5°
Chainstay / rear center	419.1 mm
Wheelbase	1049 mm
Fork offset / rake	40.6 mm

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