Lowest0.93:1
Highest3.54:1
Total range381%
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1997 Novara Randonee (01)
Original specifications: Shimano RSX drivetrain · 26" wheels · 25.3 lb published weight.
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At a glance
Archive #68025- Model year
- 1997
- Category
- Touring
- Original MSRP
- $625.00
- Sizes
- Womens xsmall
- Colors
- Red
- Weight
- 25.3 lb
- Geometry
- Legacy reference
- In this record
- 26 specifications · original MSRP · geometry
Original buildChromoly, double-butted · Shimano RSX · 26" wheels
Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Chromoly, double-butted |
| Fork | Spinner |
| Fork Material | Chromoly, unicrown crown |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Shimano RSX |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano RSX STI Dual Control |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano RSX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano RSX GS |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore XT, 26/36/46 teeth |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 118 mm spindle |
| BB Shell Width | 68mm English |
| Rear Cogs | 8-speed, 13 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | KMC HG-50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Victor VP-105 |
Brakes
| Brakes | Shimano Alivio M-System brakes, Shimano RSX levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Rito R-66 |
| Stem | Rito B-166 |
| Saddle | Viscount 2971 |
| Seatpost | Tahoma DP 410, 27.0 mm diameter |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Shimano RSX |
|---|---|
| Rims | Mavic MA-2, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Shuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke Nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front Tire | 26 x 1.25" Avocet Cross |
| Wheel Size | 26" wheels |
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Geometry
Historical measurements. Frame size unknown.
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Size
Measurement
Measurement
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All geometry measurementsLegacy reference · 6 measurements
| Measurement | Legacy reference |
|---|---|
| Top tube | 508 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 439.4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1059.2 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 48.3 mm |
Frame size not recorded.
Gearing
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
Add your rear tire size to calculate speedHow 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
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KMC HG-50
1/2 x 3/32"
Retailer offers
SRAM PC-830 Chain One Color, 8 Speed
Replacement option
26 x 1.25" Avocet Cross
Replacement search: 26x1.25 bicycle tire Before ordering: Check rim type and tire clearance.
Shimano BB-LP26
118 mm spindle
More parts (4)Fewer parts
Shimano Deore XT
26/36/46 teeth
Tahoma DP 410
27.0 mm diameter
Mavic MA-2
32-hole
Shimano RSX
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Archived specifications for reference. Check the fitted parts before ordering.
- Front tire
- 26 x 1.25" Avocet Cross
- Drivetrain
- 8-speed
- Seatpost diameter
- 27 mm
- Bottom bracket / shell
- Shimano BB-LP26, 118 mm spindle · 68mm English
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Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: Spinner · Chromoly, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Group: Shimano RSX · Shifters: Shimano RSX STI Dual Control · Front derailleur: Shimano RSX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm · Rear derailleur: Shimano RSX GS · Crankset: Shimano Deore XT, 26/36/46 teeth · Bottom bracket: Shimano BB-LP26, 118 mm spindle · Rear cogs: 8-speed, 13 - 28 teeth · Chain: KMC HG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Shimano Alivio M-System brakes, Shimano RSX levers
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: Mavic MA-2, 32-hole · Hubs: Shimano RSX · Front tire: 26 x 1.25" Avocet Cross
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset · Handlebar: Rito R-66 · Stem: Rito B-166 · Seatpost: Tahoma DP 410, 27.0 mm diameter · Saddle: Viscount 2971 · Pedals: Victor VP-105
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