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1997 Windy City Cruiser

Velopedia Archive ID 62493

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Windy City
Model	Cruiser
Bicycle type	Cruiser
Archive ID	62493
Original MSRP	$189.95
Colors	Dark blue, red
Sizes	19", womens 17", womens 19"

Frameset

Frame construction	Welded
Frame material	Hi-tensile steel
Fork material	Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	N/A
Shifters	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	1-piece 6 1/2", 40 teeth
Bottom bracket	YST BB 621
BB shell width	68mm Threadless
Rear cogs	1-speed, 20 teeth
Chain	KMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8"
Pedals	Victor VP-805

Brakes

Brakes	Coaster brake

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" YST 665
Handlebar	K W BC-H301
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	K W MX 750
Saddle	Viscount 2350 w/springs
Seatpost	Sun Lung, 28.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Kung Ten steel, nutted, Rear: Kung Ten coaster brake
Rims	CMC HE-7N steel, 36-hole
Spokes	Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 2.125" Kenda K-53
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 26, 2026.