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1998 Ross Super Gran Tour · 1997 Ross Super Gran Tour

Specification1998 Ross Super Gran Tour1997 Ross Super Gran Tour
Overview
Model year19981997
BrandRossRoss
ModelSuper Gran TourSuper Gran Tour
Bicycle typeRoad/sportRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID7004962830
Original MSRP$349.95$349.95
ColorsSignature Purple FloatPurple
Sizes49 cm, 53 cm, 56 cm, 60 cm49 cm, 53 cm, 56 cm, 60 cm
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear staysChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkRossRoss
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crownChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano 300EXShimano 300EX
ShiftersShimano 300EX down-tubeShimano 300EX down-tube
Front derailleurShimano 300EX, top-pullShimano 300EX, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano 300EXShimano 300EX
CranksetShimano 300EX, 42/53 teethShimano 300EX, 42/52 teeth
Bottom bracketSteelYST, 118 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 12 - 23 teeth7-speed, 11 - 23 teeth
Chain1/2 x 3/32"KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsAluminum cage w/clips & strapsAluminum cage w/clips & straps
Brakes
BrakesShimano 300EX brakes, Shimano 300EX leversShimano 300EX brakes, Shimano 300EX levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1"1" YST
HandlebarAluminumAluminum drop style
Handlebar extensionsN/AN/A
StemChromolyKalloy aluminum
Saddle—Signature Gelite Racing
SeatpostSteelPillar, steel, 26.4 mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsAluminum, Q/RShimano 300EX
RimsWeinmann, 36-holeWeinmann aluminum, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gaugeRichman stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 23c700 x 23c Ross HP
Wheel size700c wheels700c wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1998 Ross Super Gran Tour1997 Ross Super Gran Tour
Selected size / position—Legacy reference
Head-tube angle—74°
Seat-tube angle—74°
Chainstay / rear center—420 mm
Wheelbase—1020 mm
Fork offset / rake—40 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 15, 2026.