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1997 Novara Pro-Ultimate

Velopedia Archive ID 61872

Overview

Model year1997
BrandNovara
ModelPro-Ultimate
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID61872
Original MSRP$795.00
ColorsPolished
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge
Weight25.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded
Frame materialAlcoa 6061 T6 aluminum
ForkRST 461
Fork materialAluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX
ShiftersShimano STX RapidFire Plus
Front derailleurShimano STX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-105

Brakes

BrakesDia-Compe VC-747 brakes, Shimano STX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset SA-2
HandlebarAlico A-110
Handlebar extensionsAlico A-166
StemTahoma Sonne IV
SaddleViscount 2970
SeatpostTahoma DP 410, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Shimano Alivio, Rear: Shimano Alivio/silent clutch
RimsMavic 221, 32-hole
SpokesShuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.10" Ritchey Alfa Bite, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Ritchey Omega Bite WCS
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube563.9 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle72°
Chainstay / rear center429.3 mm
Wheelbase1051.6 mm
Fork offset / rake44.5 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 20, 2026.