GT VANTARA 1997 VS Giant FARRAGO DS 1999 specs comparison
GT Vantara
General InfosModel | Vantara |
Manufacturer | GT |
Year of production | 1997 |
Current price | Check price Here ==> |
Color choice | - mulberry-Green |
Sizes | - 15 (inches)- 17 (inches)- 19 (inches)- 21 (inches)- 23 (inches)- womens 17 (inches)- womens 19 (inches) |
Sizes | - 15 (inches)- 17 (inches)- 19 (inches)- 21 (inches)- 23 (inches)- womens 17 (inches)- womens 19 (inches) |
Wheels And Breaking System
Bike front tire | 700 X 41c Multi-terrain |
Bike rear tire | Not Available |
Bike wheel size | 700c Wheels |
Brakeset type | Aluminum LeversShimano Altus Brakes |
Hubs for disc brakes | Rear: Shimano AltusFront: Aluminum Quick Release |
Rims manufacturer | 36-holeAraya PX-645 |
Spoke nipples type | Brass Nipples |
Spoke wheel | 2.0 (millimeters) Straight GaugeStainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specs
Frame materials | Chromoly Main Triangle and hi-tensile Steel Rear Stays |
Frame type | TIG-welded |
Handlebar construction | Steel |
Handlebar extender | Optional |
Handlebar stem details | Steel |
Headset size | 1 (inches) |
Gearing Specifications
Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)Shimano |
Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
Bottom bracket type | Shimano |
Crankset parts and sizes | 24/34/42 TeethShimano AceraX |
Gear shift levers | Grip Shift SRT-400i |
Rear gear set | 12 - 28 Teeth7-speed |
GT Vantara Fork System Data
Derailleur (Front) | Bottom-pull and clamp-on 28.6 (millimeters)Shimano AceraX Top-swing |
Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano AceraX |
Fork material | Unicrown CrownHi-tensile Steel |
Fork type | GT |
Other Specs of GT Vantara
Component group sets | Shimano AceraX and Altus |
Pedals details | Steel Cage |
Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
Saddle seat | GT |
Seat post extension | 26.8 (millimeters) DiameterAluminum Micro-adjust |

Giant Farrago DS
General InfosModel | Farrago DS |
Manufacturer | Giant |
Year of production | 1999 |
Current price | Check price Here ==> |
Color choice | - Emerald-Blue |
Sizes | - 17.5 (inches)- 19.5 (inches)- 21.5 (inches)- womens 15.5 (inches)- womens 17.5 (inches)- womens 19.5 (inches) |
Wheels And Breaking System
Bike front tire | 700 X 40c Kenda K-180 |
Bike rear tire | Not Available |
Bike wheel size | 700c Wheels |
Brakeset type | Alloy Direct Pull LeversDirect Pull With Linear Spring Brakes |
Hubs for disc brakes | Shimano Alivio |
Rims manufacturer | 36-hole Single WallAlloy |
Spoke nipples type | Not Available |
Spoke wheel | 2.0 (millimeters)Stainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specs
Frame materials | Chromoly |
Frame type | TIG-welded |
Handlebar construction | 30 (millimeters) RiseSteel |
Handlebar extender | Not Available |
Handlebar stem details | AdjustableAluminum |
Headset size | 1 (inches) Steel With Water Seal |
Gearing Specifications
Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)KMC Z-72 |
Bottom bracket shell width | Not Available |
Bottom bracket type | Shimano |
Crankset parts and sizes | 22/32/42 TeethSR XR27 |
Gear shift levers | Grip Shift Centera |
Rear gear set | 11 - 30 Teeth8-speed |
Giant Farrago DS Fork System Data
Derailleur (Front) | Shimano Acera |
Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano Alivio |
Fork material | Triple-clamp CrownAluminum and chromoly |
Fork type | 1.6 (inches) TravelRST 801 |
Other Specs of Giant Farrago DS
Component group sets | Hybrid Mix |
Pedals details | Cross Steel and nylon |
Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
Saddle seat | Giant Spring Comfort |
Seat post extension | 26.6 (millimeters) Diameter SuspensionAluminum |
Useful links and guides ....
- To know more about this exacte bike, GT provided us with the latest version of its Vantara bike manual
- Find All parts, tires and accessories of GT Vantara Hybrid here
- Get your Giant Farrago DS manual book version yo know further about this bike
- Saddles, tires And mechanical parts for Giant Farrago DS Hybrid here