Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Wheeler E-3ZX

Velopedia Archive ID 62547

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Wheeler
Model	E-3ZX
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	62547
Original MSRP	$1,718.75
Colors	White/blue fade
Sizes	16", 18", 19.5", 21"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	3Al/2.5V titanium
Fork	Rock Shox Indy C
Fork material	Triple-clamp
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Deore LX
Shifters	Grip Shift SRT-600
Front derailleur	Shimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore LX GS
Crankset	Shimano Deore LX, 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	Victor VP-196

Brakes

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

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Dia-Tech SBN
Handlebar	Wheeler
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	HOT Products
Saddle	Ritchey Vector Sport
Seatpost	HOT Products, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Deore LX
Rims	Rigida Norma, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 1.95" WTB VelociRaptor
Wheel size	26" wheels

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	38.1 mm

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