VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Giant Innova

Velopedia Archive ID 73421

Overview

Model year1998
BrandGiant
ModelInnova
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID73421
Original MSRP$399.99
ColorsGreen black fade, red pepper matte
Sizes17.5", 19.5", 21.5", womens 17.5", womens 19.5", womens 21.5"
Weight27 lb

Frameset

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

Drivetrain

Component groupHybrid Mix
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-4.0
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetSR XR20, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 113mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC Z-51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor resin VP-872

Brakes

BrakesShimano AceraX M-System brakes, aluminum levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Chin Haur CH90
HandlebarAluminum
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemAluminum, adjustable
SaddleGiant Comfort Retro
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 30.8mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Altus
RimsRigida, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 40c Kenda K-180
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube558.8 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center439.4 mm
Wheelbase1047.8 mm

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