VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Univega Rover 303

Velopedia Archive ID 71227

Overview

Model year1998
BrandUnivega
ModelRover 303
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID71227
Original MSRP$259.99
ColorsMediterranean Teal, Sapphire Blue
Sizes14.5", 16.5", 19", 20", 22", womens 16", womens 18"
Weight30 lb

Frameset

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

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano AceraX
ShiftersShimano AceraX EZ Fire
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleurShimano AceraX
CranksetSR XR17, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketVictor VPB-33, 120mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed freewheel, 14 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC Z-51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResin

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Shimano AceraX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Victor VP-H67
HandlebarSteel
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSteel
SaddleSelle Stratos Hyper Plush w/Bumper Guard
SeatpostSteel micro-adjust, 26.0mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsJoy Tech OS aluminum, Q/R
RimsWeinmann 519, 36-hole
SpokesChung Nan steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Kenda K-850
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565.1 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1043.9 mm
Fork offset / rake44.4 mm

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