Lowest0.79:1
Highest3.82:1
Total range486%
Estimated speed At 90 RPM
Lowest gear
Highest gear
Uses front tire 26×1.9; rear size isn’t listed.
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1994 Novara Team
Original specifications: Shimano Deore XT drivetrain · 26" wheels · 26.25 lb published weight.
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At a glance
Archive #15342- Model year
- 1994
- Category
- Mountain
- Original MSRP
- $1,495.00
- Sizes
- 15", 17", 19", 21"
- Weight
- 26.25 lb
- Geometry
- Legacy reference
- In this record
- 20 specifications · original MSRP · geometry
Original buildTange Ultimate, oversize · Shimano Deore XT · 26" wheels
Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded steel |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Tange Ultimate, oversize |
| Fork | Manitou 3 |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Shimano Deore XT |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT Rapidfire Plus w/Optical Gear Display |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Rear Cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano HG-90 |
| Pedals | Shimano PD-M525 SPD (clipless) |
Brakes
| Brakes | Shimano Deore XT brakes, levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Handlebar | H.L. Zoom 7000 alloy, 130gr |
|---|---|
| Stem | HL Zoom 20000, chromoly |
| Saddle | Novara Liteflite, titanium rails |
| Seatpost | H.L. Zoom |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Shimano Deore XT |
|---|---|
| Rims | Araya RM-395 Team XG, 36-hole |
| Front Tire | 26 x 1.90" Panaracer Dart/Smoke hardcore |
| Wheel Size | 26" wheels |
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Geometry
Historical measurements. Frame size unknown.
Reference drawing
Size
Measurement
Measurement
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All geometry measurementsLegacy reference · 6 measurements
| Measurement | Legacy reference |
|---|---|
| Top tube | 563.9 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 72° |
| Seat-tube angle | 72° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 429.3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1051.6 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 50 mm |
Frame size not recorded.
Gearing
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Gearing results
| Measure | Original | Your setup |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest ratio | — | — |
| Highest ratio | — | — |
| Total range | — | — |
| Lowest-gear speed | — | — |
| Highest-gear speed | — | — |
Speeds are estimates. These calculations do not establish component compatibility or available tire clearance.
Parts & serviceability
Find replacement parts
Shimano HG-90
Retailer offers
SRAM PC-830 Chain One Color, 8 Speed
Replacement option
Shimano CN-HG90 on eBaySponsored links
Shimano PD-M525 SPD (clipless)
Shimano Deore XT
22/32/42 teeth
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Shimano Deore XT
Shimano Deore XT
Shimano Deore XT Rapidfire Plus w/Optical Gear Display
Shimano Deore XT
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Archived specifications for reference. Check the fitted parts before ordering.
- Front tire
- 26 x 1.90" Panaracer Dart/Smoke hardcore
- Drivetrain
- 8-speed
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Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: TIG-welded steel · Fork: Manitou 3
Suspension
Evaluate the suspension →Archived: Fork: Manitou 3
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Group: Shimano Deore XT · Shifters: Shimano Deore XT Rapidfire Plus w/Optical Gear Display · Front derailleur: Shimano Deore XT · Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore XT · Crankset: Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/42 teeth · Rear cogs: 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth · Chain: Shimano HG-90
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Shimano Deore XT brakes, levers
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: Araya RM-395 Team XG, 36-hole · Hubs: Shimano Deore XT · Front tire: 26 x 1.90" Panaracer Dart/Smoke hardcore
Controls and contact points
Archived: Handlebar: H.L. Zoom 7000 alloy, 130gr · Stem: HL Zoom 20000, chromoly · Seatpost: H.L. Zoom · Saddle: Novara Liteflite, titanium rails · Pedals: Shimano PD-M525 SPD (clipless)
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