Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Univega Zig Zag Plus

Velopedia Archive ID 70356

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	Univega
Model	Zig Zag Plus
Bicycle type	City/commuter
Archive ID	70356
Original MSRP	$379.99
Colors	Cinder Orange, Thunderstorm Grey
Sizes	Large, medium, small, womens medium
Weight	28 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	7005 aluminum
Fork	Univega Zig Zag
Fork material	Chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	Grip Shift SRT-4.0
Front derailleur	Shimano Alivio top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano STX
Crankset	Sugino Impel 250, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-LP27, 110.5mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
Chain	KMC Z-51, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Resin

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Altus brakes, aluminum levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" steel
Handlebar	Aluminum
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Aluminum
Saddle	Selle Stratos Hyper Plush w/Bumper Guard
Seatpost	Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano RM40
Rims	Weinmann 519, 36-hole
Spokes	Chung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 1.95" Street Slick
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	569 mm
Head-tube angle	70°
Seat-tube angle	73°
Chainstay / rear center	436.9 mm
Wheelbase	1071.9 mm
Fork offset / rake	50.8 mm

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