Classic Mongoose fans rejoice - the California Special BMX bike is back! Based on the original 1983 design, the new California Special is great for turning heads around the neighbourhood or at the track. It features a Hi-ten steel Mongoose frame built on original geometry of a legend for superior performance and durability. The single speed drivetrain is easy to use and maintain, while the DiaCompe MX brake kit delivers super-fast, reliable stopping power. Plus, the unique Mongoose Pro Class drilled aluminium rims offer performance that won’t weigh you down. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy a ride on the legendary California Special by Mongoose.
Highlights
-Hi-ten steel Mongoose frame built on original geometry of a legend for superior performance and durability.
-Single speed drivetrain is easy to use and simple to maintain.
-DiaCompe MX brake kit delivers super-fast, reliable stopping power.
-Unique Mongoose Pro Class drilled aluminium rims offer performance that won’t weigh you down.
FRAMESET
Frame Hi-Ten steel, horizontal dropout, 1 in headtube
Fork Mongoose, 20", Hi-Ten steel, 100 mm bolt-on
DRIVETRAIN
Crank 1-piece forged steel, 42T chainring
Chain KMC S1
Bottom Bracket American loose ball, loose ball bearing, American, 68 mm shell
Cassette Single-speed, 16T freewheel
WHEELS
Rims Mongoose Pro Class, aluminium single wall, 36H, non tubeless
Front Hub Aluminium, ball bearing, 3/8 in axle, 36H
Rear Hub Aluminium, ball bearing, 3/8 in axle, 36H
Spokes 14G, steel, chrome
Tires 20 in x 1.75 in, wire bead
BRAKES DiaCompe MX1000, calliper, aluminium
COMPONENTS
Handlebar Mongoose, Hi-Ten steel, 27.5 in width, 8.75 in rise
Pedals Mongoose, aluminium
Stem Mongoose, threaded top load, 48 mm
Headset Threaded, 1" external, loose ball bearing
Seat Post Steel, 250 mm, 22.2 mm
Saddle Mongoose, steel rails
Grips Mongoose, classic
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