Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Novara Dirt Rider (01)

Velopedia Archive ID 50872

Overview

Model year	1996
Brand	Novara
Model	Dirt Rider (01)
Bicycle type	Juvenile
Archive ID	50872
Original MSRP	$220.00
Colors	Black, violet
Sizes	Boys 12", boys 14.5", boys 11.5", girls 11.5"
Weight	28.5 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded aluminum
Frame material	Hi-tensile steel
Fork	Spinner
Fork material	Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Tourney TY-15
Shifters	Shimano Tourney MY-15 top-mount
Front derailleur	Shimano Tourney TY-15, bottom-pull
Rear derailleur	Shimano Tourney TY-15
Crankset	Dotek 1-piece, 36/44 teeth
Bottom bracket	Dotek
BB shell width	68mm Threadless
Rear cogs	5-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
Chain	KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Fasten P.P.

Brakes

Brakes	Tektro 862A brakes, Tektro 360P levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" Tien Hsin
Handlebar	Alico steel
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	Alico
Saddle	Viscount
Seatpost	Buyer's choice

Wheels & tires

Rims	Alex VP-20, 36-hole
Spokes	Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	24 x 1.95" Cheng Shin C-1040N
Wheel size	24" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	510.5 mm
Head-tube angle	72°
Seat-tube angle	73°
Chainstay / rear center	419.1 mm
Wheelbase	993.1 mm
Fork offset / rake	45.7 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.