Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Wheeler 7900ZX

Velopedia Archive ID 79437

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	Wheeler
Model	7900ZX
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	79437
Original MSRP	$999.00
Colors	Ferrari Red
Sizes	16", 18", 19.5", 21"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	7005 aluminum
Fork	Rock Shox Indy XC
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front derailleur	Shimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore XT SGS
Crankset	Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth
Rear cogs	8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain	1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Aluminum clipless

Brakes

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

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Aheadset
Handlebar	Ritchey ForceLite
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Ritchey CompLite
Saddle	Ritchey Wing Sport
Seatpost	Ritchey Expert

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Shimano Deore LX suspension, Rear: Shimano Deore LX
Rims	Mavic X222, 32-hole
Spokes	DT stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	Front: 26 x 2.10" IRC Mythos XC, Rear: 26 x 1.95" IRC Mythos XC
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	558 mm
Head-tube angle	70.5°
Seat-tube angle	73°
Chainstay / rear center	425 mm
Wheelbase	1063 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 September 25, 2026.