Balance XR-250 (01) 1997 Technical specs and features

Brand Balance
Model XR-250 (01)
First production 1997
Bike category Mountain Bike
Bike sub-category Mountain With Front Suspension
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Parts And Accessories Balance XR-250 (01) Parts   
Available Sizes - 14 (inches) / 35.56 (cm)
- 14 (inches)
- 16 (inches) / 40.64 (cm)
- 16 (inches)
- 17.5 (inches) / 44.45 (cm)
- 17.5 (inches)
- 19 (inches) / 48.26 (cm)
- 19 (inches)
- 20.5 (inches) / 52.07 (cm)
- 20.5 (inches)


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire26 X 2.10 (inches) Duro HF-828
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size26 (inches) Wheels
Brakeset type Shimano AceraX Levers
Shimano Altus Brakes
Hubs for disc brakesShimano AceraX
Rims manufacturer 32-hole
Alex VP-18F
Spoke nipples typeBrass Nipples
Spoke wheel 2.0 (millimeters) Straight Gauge
Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materialsChromoly
Frame typeTIG-welded
Handlebar constructionBalance R.I.D.
Handlebar extenderOptional
Handlebar stem detailsBalance R.I.D.
Headset size1 1/8 (inches) Threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
Shimano CN-HG50
Bottom bracket shell widthNot Available
Bottom bracket typeShimano BB-LP26
Crankset parts and sizes 24/34/42 Teeth
Shimano AceraX
Gear shift leversShimano AceraX EZ Fire
Rear gear set7-speed

Balance XR-250 (01) Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front)Shimano AceraX Top-swing
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano Alivio
Fork material Triple-clamp Crown
Aluminum and chromoly
Fork typeRST 171B

Other Specs of Balance XR-250 (01)

Component group setsShimano AceraX
Available colors - Chrome-plated and purple fade
Weight Not Available
Pedals detailsSteel Cage
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seatBalance
Seat post extension 26.4 (millimeters) Diameter
Balance R.I.D.


Balance XR-250 (01) bike review

Balance produced the XR-250 (01) bike in 1997 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $595.00.
XR-250 (01) bike is available in many sizes such as 14 (inches), 16 (inches), 17.5 (inches), 19 (inches) and 20.5 (inches).
Balance Mountain bike XR-250 (01) can be found in a few colors, among these colors Chrome-plated and purple fade .
This bike is equiped with 26 x 2.10" Duro HF-828 tires and Stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Alex VP-18F, 32-hole. Balance equiped this exact model with Shimano Altus brakes, Shimano AceraX levers braking system and Shimano AceraX hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Balance used Chromoly material for the frame. Balance R.I.D. high strength material is used on the handlebar of this XR-250 (01) to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Balance R.I.D..
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano AceraX, 24/34/42 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano CN-HG50 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Balance, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano AceraX EZ Fire gear shift levers.