VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Giant MCR 2

Velopedia Archive ID 61307

Overview

Model year1997
BrandGiant
ModelMCR 2
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID61307
Original MSRP$2,199.95
ColorsNatural carbon/blue
SizesMedium

Frameset

Frame constructionMonocoque
Frame materialCarbon fiber composite
ForkGiant
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano 600 Ultegra
ShiftersShimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra, bottom-pull/braze-on
Rear derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra
CranksetShimano 600 Ultegra, 39/52 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN72, 112 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
ChainSachs SC-R80, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-161 w/titanium axle clipless

Brakes

BrakesShimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 600 Ultegra levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" HP-233 aluminum
HandlebarCinelli Touch E
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemMike Burrows adjustable aluminum
SaddleSelle Royal Carbon look w/suspension
SeatpostMike Burrows carbon, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsGiant EXT Pro Carbon/aluminum
RimsRigida CSU, 12-hole/16-hole
SpokesCarbon fiber, 2.0mm aero
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Vredestein Fortezza
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube561.3 mm
Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center406.4 mm
Wheelbase993.1 mm

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