VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Univega Rover 300

Velopedia Archive ID 69096

Overview

Model year1997
BrandUnivega
ModelRover 300
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID69096
Original MSRP$199.95
ColorsBlack, gold
Sizes14", 16", 18", 20", womens 17"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialHi-tensile steel
ForkUnivega
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Altus/Tourney TY-22
ShiftersShimano Altus EZ Fire Plus
Front derailleurSunRace, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Tourney TY-22
CranksetTracer MA-3i, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketChin Haur CH-48, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-895

Brakes

BrakesVanguard 671A brakes, Shimano Altus levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Chin Haur CH71-2
HandlebarHsin Lung MTB 110
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung MTS 309
SaddleVelo VL-169
SeatpostSteel pillar, 25.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Jou Yu JY-414 Q/R, Rear: Jou Yu JY-211 Q/R
RimsKin Lin aluminum, 36-hole
SpokesShuhn Lih steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Kenda K-831
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube563.9 mm
Head-tube angle70°
Seat-tube angle72.5°
Chainstay / rear center436.9 mm
Wheelbase1059.2 mm
Fork offset / rake50.8 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 5, 2026.