Schwinn MESA GSX 2001 VS Iron Horse DESPERADO 2002 specs comparison

Schwinn Mesa GSX
General InfosModel | Mesa GSX |
Manufacturer | Schwinn |
Year of production | 2001 |
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Color choice | - Midnight Black-Chrome Blue with Silver |
Sizes | - 15 (inches)- 17 (inches)- 19 (inches)- 21 (inches) |
Sizes | - 15 (inches)- 17 (inches)- 19 (inches)- 21 (inches) |
Wheels And Breaking System
Bike front tire | 26 X 2.10 (inches) IRC Mythos |
Bike rear tire | Not Available |
Bike wheel size | 26 (inches) Wheels |
Brakeset type | Tektro Linear-pull LeversTektro Linear-pull Brakes |
Hubs for disc brakes | Rear: ShimanoFront: Formula Aluminum |
Rims manufacturer | 32-holeTioga Factory XC Sport |
Spoke nipples type | Not Available |
Spoke wheel | Stainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specs
Frame materials | Aluminum |
Frame type | TIG-welded |
Handlebar construction | MTB 6061 |
Handlebar extender | Optional |
Handlebar stem details | MTB Steel |
Headset size | Tange STE Ahaeadset |
Gearing Specifications
Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches) |
Bottom bracket shell width | Not Available |
Bottom bracket type | Not Available |
Crankset parts and sizes | 22/32/44 TeethTruVativ 5D |
Gear shift levers | Shimano Deore RapidFire SL |
Rear gear set | 11 - 34 Teeth9-speed |
Schwinn Mesa GSX Fork System Data
Derailleur (Front) | Shimano Deore |
Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano Deore |
Fork material | Triple-clamp CrownAluminum and magnesium |
Fork type | 3.0 (inches) TravelManitou Magnum |
Other Specs of Schwinn Mesa GSX
Component group sets | Mountain Mix |
Pedals details | Clips And Straps Nylon BodySteel Cage |
Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
Saddle seat | Schwinn MTB Comfort Padded |
Seat post extension | Aluminum Micro-adjust |

Iron Horse Desperado
General InfosModel | Desperado |
Manufacturer | Iron Horse |
Year of production | 2002 |
Current price | Check price Here ==> |
Color choice | -Blue |
Sizes | - 15 (inches)- 16.5 (inches)- 18 (inches)- 19.5 (inches)- 21 (inches) |
Wheels And Breaking System
Bike front tire | 26 X 1.95 (inches) Hutchinson Chameleon |
Bike rear tire | Not Available |
Bike wheel size | 26 (inches) Wheels |
Brakeset type | Avid AD 3 LeversAvid Single Digit 3 Brakes |
Hubs for disc brakes | Q and RFormula Aluminum Disc |
Rims manufacturer | 32-holeSun Rims CR18 |
Spoke nipples type | Brass Nipples |
Spoke wheel | 14ga. Straight GaugeStainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specs
Frame materials | 6061 T6 Aluminum With Replaceable Derailleur Hanger |
Frame type | TIG-welded |
Handlebar construction | 1 (inches) RiseAluminum |
Handlebar extender | Optional |
Handlebar stem details | Aluminum Threadless |
Headset size | 1 1/8 (inches) Threadless WTB Momentum |
Gearing Specifications
Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)Shimano CN-HG72 |
Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
Bottom bracket type | 113 (millimeters) SpindleTien Hsin BB-7700 |
Crankset parts and sizes | 22/32/44 TeethTruVativ 5D |
Gear shift levers | Shimano Deore |
Rear gear set | 11 - 32 Teeth9-speed |
Iron Horse Desperado Fork System Data
Derailleur (Front) | Top-pull and clamp-on 31.8 (millimeters)Shimano Deore |
Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano Deore SGS |
Fork material | Aluminum |
Fork type | 3.0 (inches) TravelAnswer Manitou Six Comp |
Other Specs of Iron Horse Desperado
Component group sets | Mountain Mix |
Pedals details | Resin BodySteel Cage |
Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
Saddle seat | Koski Contour |
Seat post extension | 27.2 (millimeters) DiameterAluminum Micro-adjust |
Useful links and guides ....
- To know more about this exacte bike, Schwinn provided us with the latest version of its Mesa GSX bike manual
- Find All parts, tires and accessories of Schwinn Mesa GSX Mountain bike here
- Get your Iron Horse Desperado manual book version yo know further about this bike
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