Uses front tire 26×1.95; rear size isn’t listed.
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1998 Wheeler 1800
Original specifications: Shimano Altus · 7-speed · mechanical rear derailleur · 26" wheels · legacy reference geometry.
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At a glance
Archive #70719- Model year
- 1998
- Category
- Mountain
- Original MSRP
- $284.00
- Sizes
- 14.5", 16", 18", 19.5", 21", 22.5"
- Colors
- Blue
- Geometry
- Legacy reference
- In this record
- 25 specifications · original MSRP · geometry
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Identification clues
1998 archived details
- Published colors
- Blue
- Frame
- Chromoly/hi-tensile steel
- Original equipment
- Mountain Mix
Clues, not proof of model year. Colors vary and components may have been replaced.
Original buildChromoly/hi-tensile steel · Mountain Mix · 26" wheels
Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Chromoly/hi-tensile steel |
| Fork | Wheeler |
| Fork Material | Chromoly/hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Mountain Mix |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Grip Shift MRX-170 |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Tourney TY-22 top-swing, top-pull |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Altus |
| Crankset | Shimano Altus, 24/34/42 teeth |
| Rear Cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Resin |
Brakes
| Brakes | Tektro linear-pull brakes, Shimano Alivio ST EF-28 levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Aheadset |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Aluminum |
| Handlebar Extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Wheeler Z-Trax |
| Saddle | Wheeler |
| Seatpost | Alutrax aluminum |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Front: aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano RM40 |
|---|---|
| Rims | Aluminum, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke Nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front Tire | 26 x 1.95" |
| Wheel Size | 26" wheels |
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Geometry
Historical measurements. Frame size unknown.
Reference drawing
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All geometry measurementsLegacy reference · 5 measurements
| Measurement | Legacy reference |
|---|---|
| Top tube | 555 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 70.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1005 mm |
Frame size not recorded.
Gearing
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Gearing results
| Measure | Original | Your setup |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest ratio | — | — |
| Highest ratio | — | — |
| Total range | — | — |
| Lowest-gear speed | — | — |
| Highest-gear speed | — | — |
Speeds are estimates. These calculations do not establish component compatibility or available tire clearance.
Parts & serviceability
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Shimano Alivio ST EF-28 levers
More parts (3)Fewer parts
24/34/42 teeth
top-pull
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- Front tire
- 26 x 1.95"
- Drivetrain
- 7-speed
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Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: Wheeler · Chromoly/hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Group: Mountain Mix · Shifters: Grip Shift MRX-170 · Front derailleur: Shimano Tourney TY-22 top-swing, top-pull · Rear derailleur: Shimano Altus · Crankset: Shimano Altus, 24/34/42 teeth · Rear cogs: 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth · Chain: 1/2 x 3/32"
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Tektro linear-pull brakes, Shimano Alivio ST EF-28 levers
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: Aluminum, 36-hole · Hubs: Front: aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano RM40 · Front tire: 26 x 1.95"
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: 1 1/8" threadless Aheadset · Handlebar: Aluminum · Stem: Wheeler Z-Trax · Seatpost: Alutrax aluminum · Saddle: Wheeler · Pedals: Resin
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