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1997 Giant Farrago 4

Velopedia Archive ID 66291

Overview

Model year1997
BrandGiant
ModelFarrago 4
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID66291
Original MSRP$379.95
ColorsRed kandy fade
Sizes15.5", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5", 23.5", womens 17.5", womens 19.5", womens 21.5"
Weight31.9 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel
ForkGiant
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Nexus
ShiftersShimano Nexus
Front derailleurN/A
Rear derailleurN/A
CranksetAluminum, 33 teeth
Bottom bracketChin Haur CH-47
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs4-speed internal, 22 teeth
ChainBeveled anti-rust, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsRubber-block

Brakes

BrakesShimano Nexus Roller brake/Shimano Altus front brakes, Shimano Tourney TY-22 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Chin Haur CH90
HandlebarSteel
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAluminum
SaddleGiant Comfort spring suspension
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 29.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: aluminum quick release, Rear: Shimano Nexus Roller brake
RimsWeinmann 519, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 40c Kenda K-180
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube546.1 mm
Head-tube angle70°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center439.4 mm
Wheelbase1043.9 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 25, 2026.