Schwinn Mesa GSX 1997 Technical specs and features

Brand Schwinn
Model Mesa GSX
First production 1997
Bike category Mountain Bike
Bike sub-category Mountain With Front Suspension
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Parts And Accessories Schwinn Mesa GSX Parts   
Available Sizes - 13 (inches) / 33.02 (cm)
- 13 (inches)
- 15 (inches) / 38.1 (cm)
- 15 (inches)
- 17 (inches) / 43.18 (cm)
- 17 (inches)
- 19 (inches) / 48.26 (cm)
- 19 (inches)
- 21 (inches) / 53.34 (cm)
- 21 (inches)
- 23 (inches) / 58.42 (cm)
- 23 (inches)


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire Rear: 26 X 1.95 (inches) Kenda K-849
Front: 26 X 1.95 (inches) Kenda K-837
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size26 (inches) Wheels
Brakeset type Shimano STX Levers
Shimano Altus Brakes
Hubs for disc brakes Rear: Shimano Altus
Front: Formula FM 31
Rims manufacturer 36-hole
Araya GP-710
Spoke nipples typeBrass Nipples
Spoke wheel 2.0 (millimeters) Straight Gauge
Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materialsChromoly
Frame typeTIG-welded
Handlebar constructionMeng Jing Steel
Handlebar extenderOptional
Handlebar stem detailsLee Chi
Headset size1 1/8 (inches) Chin Haur CH90

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
KMC SS-71S
Bottom bracket shell width68 (millimeters) English
Bottom bracket type 113 (millimeters) Spindle
Shimano BB-LP26
Crankset parts and sizes 24/34/42 Teeth
Shimano Alivio
Gear shift leversShimano STX RapidFire SL
Rear gear set 11 - 28 Teeth
7-speed

Schwinn Mesa GSX Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front) Top-pull and clamp-on 28.6 (millimeters)
Shimano Alivio Top-swing
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano STX
Fork material Triple-clamp Crown
Magnesium
Fork typeRock Shox Quadra 5

Other Specs of Schwinn Mesa GSX

Component group setsShimano STX and Alivio
Available colors - Black
- red
Weight Not Available
Pedals detailsVictor VP-988
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seatViscount 9708
Seat post extension 26.6 (millimeters) Diameter
Kalloy SP-242


Schwinn Mesa GSX bike review

Schwinn produced the Mesa GSX bike in 1997 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $549.95.
Mesa GSX bike is available in many sizes such as 13 (inches), 15 (inches), 17 (inches), 19 (inches), 21 (inches) and 23 (inches).
Schwinn Mountain bike Mesa GSX can be found in a few colors, among these colors Black and red .
This bike is equiped with Front: 26 x 1.95" Kenda K-837 tires and Stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Araya GP-710, 36-hole. Schwinn equiped this exact model with Shimano Altus brakes, Shimano STX levers braking system and Front: Formula FM 31, Rear: Shimano Altus hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Schwinn used Chromoly material for the frame. Meng Jing steel high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Mesa GSX to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Lee Chi.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to KMC SS-71S chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Schwinn, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano STX RapidFire SL gear shift levers.