VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Univega Rover 305

Velopedia Archive ID 83993

Overview

Model year1999
BrandUnivega
ModelRover 305
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID83993
Original MSRP$304.99
ColorsKelly Green, Periwinkle, Slate Black
Sizes14", 16", 18", 20", 22", womens 16", womens 19"
Weight28 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum, butted w/replaceable derailleur hanger
ForkUnivega
Fork materialChromoly/hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX
Front derailleurShimano Altus top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetSR/Suntour XR17, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketTange-Seiki LN-27, 122.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC Z-51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-983

Brakes

BrakesProMax DB-33 brakes, ProMax LV-68 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Victor VP-H94
HandlebarHL aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemLeadtec steel
SaddleSelle Stratos Hyper Plush Lycra
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

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

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1056.6 mm
Fork offset / rake39.1 mm

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