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1997 Windy City Explorer

Velopedia Archive ID 67848

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Windy City
Model	Explorer
Bicycle type	Juvenile
Archive ID	67848
Original MSRP	$129.95
Colors	Black, chrome-plated, Raspberry Metallic
Sizes	Boys 8.5", girls 8.5"

Frameset

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

Drivetrain

Component group	N/A
Shifters	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	1-piece 4 1/2", 32 teeth
Bottom bracket	Yst
BB shell width	68mm Threadless
Rear cogs	1-speed, 18 teeth
Chain	KMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8"
Pedals	Wellgo LU-480

Brakes

Brakes	Coaster brake

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" LF 842B
Handlebar	K W KW-12ED
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	K W MX 750
Saddle	Velo BMX
Seatpost	Sun Lung, 25.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Kung Ten steel, nutted
Rims	J.L. HE-1, 36-hole
Spokes	Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	16" Kenda K-50 Comp III type
Wheel size	16" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 25, 2026.