Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Novara Corsa

Velopedia Archive ID 63541

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Novara
Model	Corsa
Bicycle type	Hybrid
Archive ID	63541
Original MSRP	$315.00
Colors	Black, Raisin
Sizes	Large, medium, small, xlarge
Weight	27.8 lb

Frameset

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

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Tourney TY-30
Shifters	Shimano Altus EZ Fire
Front derailleur	Shimano Tourney TY-30
Rear derailleur	Shimano Tourney TY-30
Crankset	Tracer MA-3i, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracket	122.5 mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
Chain	KMC HG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Victor VP-988

Brakes

Brakes	Tektro 860AG brakes, Shimano Altus levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" Dia-Compe Aheadset
Handlebar	Alico 4C-006
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Tahoma Sonne IV
Saddle	Viscount 9708
Seatpost	Tahoma DPS 100, 26.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano RM-40
Rims	Alex MP-19, 36-hole
Spokes	Shuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	700 x 35c Avocet Cross
Wheel size	700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	569 mm
Head-tube angle	72°
Seat-tube angle	73°
Chainstay / rear center	439.4 mm
Wheelbase	1059.2 mm
Fork offset / rake	50.8 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 14, 2026.