The 1997 Mongoose VRS 5.0 is a full-suspension mountain bike with an aluminum Rock Shox Super Deluxe frame. The frame has a polished finish.

It was released in 1997 and costs $2,500 brand new. Due to the frame materials and other factors, we estimate that this bike weighs around 35 pounds.

Components

The VRS 5.0 comes with Shimano Deore XT components, including a Mongoose TSS stem, a threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset AL-2 headset and Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL shifters.

The Rock Shox Judy DH fork has a true suspension.

Drivetrain

The VRS 5.0 has 8 speeds and has a Shimano Deore XT derailleur.

Wheels

It comes with Hutchinson tires (26in x 2.1in) and Mavic rims.

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Specs

Type Mountain
MSRP $2,500
Year 1997
Alt. Names VRS5.0, VRS 5.0