VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Univega Rover 304

Velopedia Archive ID 66854

Overview

Model year1997
BrandUnivega
ModelRover 304
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID66854
Original MSRP$259.95
ColorsGold, green, red
Sizes14", 16", 18", 20", 22", womens 17"

Frameset

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

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano AceraX/Altus
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleurSunRace, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano AceraX
CranksetShimano Altus, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketChin Haur CH-48, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 13 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-895

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Tektro RBP-371A levers

Cockpit & contact points

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

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Formula FM 31, Rear: Formula FM-32 Q/R
RimsWeinmann 4019, 36-hole
SpokesChung Nan stainless 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 6, 2026.