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1997 Giant Innova

Velopedia Archive ID 62928

Overview

Model year1997
BrandGiant
ModelInnova
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID62928
Original MSRP$489.95
ColorsGold fade, maroon fade
Sizes17.5", 19.5", 21.5", 23.5", womens 17.5", womens 19.5", womens 21.5"
Weight26.9 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum
ForkGiant
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio/AceraX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetCyclone CPI-3457 SQS, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110.5 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsGiant EXT-Tec aluminum

Brakes

BrakesShimano AceraX M-System brakes, Shimano AceraX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Chin Haur CH90-3-SW
HandlebarAluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemChromoly
SaddleGiant Comfort spring suspension
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 30.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Altus
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 24, 2026.