VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Giant Iguana 640 SE

Velopedia Archive ID 59300

Overview

Model year1996
BrandGiant
ModelIguana 640 SE
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID59300
Original MSRP$460.00
ColorsRed
Sizes13.5", 16", 18", 20", 22"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkGiant
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-300i
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano AceraX, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketChin Haur CH-46, 113 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsGiant EXT-III w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Chang Star 278 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" HPO1H
HandlebarSteel
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSteel
SaddleGiant
SeatpostKalloy SP-242, 26.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsWeinmann 519, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 1.95" Kenda K-857 Hammer, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Kenda K-867 Anvil
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube558.8 mm
Head-tube angle71.3°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center431.8 mm
Wheelbase1036.3 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.