VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Gary Fisher Aquila

Velopedia Archive ID 62136

Overview

Model year1997
BrandGary Fisher
ModelAquila
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID62136
Original MSRP$599.99
ColorsWhite
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge, xsmall

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialTrue Temper chromoly, triple-butted
ForkGary Fisher
Fork materialChromoly, butted, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX-RC
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleurShimano STX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetSugino Impel 300, 20/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 113 mm spindle
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsAluminum cage w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Tektro RBP-376A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tange-Seiki ST-E
HandlebarSystem 1
Handlebar extensionsFisher Fish Sticks
StemAluminum
SaddleBontrager Plus 10
SeatpostPolygon PM-312, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: System 1, Rear: Shimano STX-RC
RimsBontrager Maverick, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB Primal Raptor
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube568 mm
Head-tube angle71.3°
Seat-tube angle73.8°
Chainstay / rear center420 mm
Wheelbase1039 mm
Fork offset / rake38 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 22, 2026.