VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Univega Aluminum 704

Velopedia Archive ID 50501

Overview

Model year1996
BrandUnivega
ModelAluminum 704
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID50501
Original MSRP$789.00
ColorsDark blue, polished
Sizes14.5", 16.5", 18.5", 20.5", 22.5"
Weight25.8 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionPulse welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum, double-butted
ForkUnivega
Fork materialChromoly, butted, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore LX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-600
Front derailleurShimano STX, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX SGS
CranksetShimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-945 w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano STX M-System brakes, Dia-Compe PC-7 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2
HandlebarConcept alloy
Handlebar extensionsConcept
StemConcept alloy
SaddleConcept
SeatpostConcept, 30.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic 238, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor
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.