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1996 Univega Aluminum 700 SE

Velopedia Archive ID 52743

Overview

Model year1996
BrandUnivega
ModelAluminum 700 SE
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID52743
Original MSRP$429.00
ColorsPurple, silver
Sizes14.5", 16.5", 18.5", 20.5"
Weight27 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionPulse welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum
ForkUnivega
Fork material4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-100
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing
Rear derailleurShimano AceraX
CranksetTracer, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketYST, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-895

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Chang Star 273A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" YST steel
HandlebarHsin Lung
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung MTS 31900
SaddleConcept
SeatpostKalloy SP-242, 30.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsWeinmann alloy, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 1.95" Kenda K-837, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Kenda K-816
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube546 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center429 mm
Wheelbase1027 mm
Fork offset / rake40 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 6, 2026.