VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Gary Fisher Nirvana

Velopedia Archive ID 66620

Overview

Model year1997
BrandGary Fisher
ModelNirvana
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID66620
Original MSRP$499.99
ColorsBlue
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge, xsmall

Frameset

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

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleurShimano, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN52, 118 mm spindle
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsSteel cage, resin body w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano Alivio M-System brakes, Chang Star 274A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Victor VP-H913W sealed
HandlebarArc aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemChromoly
SaddleFisher Supersoft
SeatpostPolygon PM-312, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: aluminum quick release, Rear: Shimano Alivio
RimsWeinmann 519, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.50" Tioga City Slicker II
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube568 mm
Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle75°
Chainstay / rear center420 mm
Wheelbase1032 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 21, 2026.