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1997 Giant Animator

Velopedia Archive ID 63186

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Giant
Model	Animator
Bicycle type	Juvenile
Archive ID	63186
Original MSRP	$99.95
Colors	Blue/yellow fade, red/yellow fade
Sizes	Boys 9"

Frameset

Frame construction	Welded
Frame material	Hi-tensile steel
Fork	Giant
Fork material	Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	N/A
Shifters	N/A
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	1-piece 4", 32 teeth
BB shell width	American 24tpi
Rear cogs	1-speed, 18 teeth
Chain	KMC 410, 1/2 x 1/8"
Pedals	Resin

Brakes

Brakes	Coaster brake

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" steel
Handlebar	Steel
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Steel
Seatpost	Pillar

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: steel, nutted, Rear: coaster brake
Rims	Steel, 28-hole
Spokes	Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	16 x 1.75" Cheng Shin Comp III type
Wheel size	16" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 24, 2026.