GT Karakoram 1999 Technical specs and features
| Brand | GT |
| Model | Karakoram |
| First production | 1999 |
| Bike category | Mountain Bike |
| Bike sub-category | Mountain With Front Suspension |
| Bike Pricing | Check price Here ==> |
| Parts And Accessories | GT Karakoram Parts |
| Available Sizes | - 12.5 (inches) / 31.75 (cm)- 12.5 (inches)- 14.5 (inches) / 36.83 (cm)- 14.5 (inches)- 16 (inches) / 40.64 (cm)- 16 (inches)- 18 (inches) / 45.72 (cm)- 18 (inches)- 20 (inches) / 50.8 (cm)- 20 (inches)- 22 (inches) / 55.88 (cm)- 22 (inches) |
Wheels And Breaking System
| Bike front tire | 26 X 2.10 (inches) WTB EnduroRaptor |
| Bike rear tire | Not Available |
| Bike wheel size | 26 (inches) Wheels |
| Brakeset type | Avid AD-1.0 L LeversAvid 1D-20 Brakes |
| Hubs for disc brakes | Rear: Shimano 8-speed CassetteFront: GT Suspension Q and R |
| Rims manufacturer | 32-holeWeinmann Zac 19 |
| Spoke nipples type | Brass Nipples |
| Spoke wheel | 2.0 (millimeters) Straight GaugeStainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specifications
| Frame materials | Reynolds 525 |
| Frame type | TIG-welded |
| Handlebar construction | Titec Enduro HF |
| Handlebar extender | Optional |
| Handlebar stem details | Azonic ORC |
| Headset size | 1 1/8 (inches) Threadless Aheadset |
Gearing Specs
| Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)Shimano IG |
| Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
| Bottom bracket type | Shimano Cartridge |
| Crankset parts and sizes | 22/32/42 TeethSR XR40 |
| Gear shift levers | Shimano Alivio RapidFire SL |
| Rear gear set | 11 - 30 Teeth8-speed |
GT Karakoram Fork System Data
| Derailleur (Front) | Shimano Alivio |
| Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano Deore LX |
| Fork material | Triple-clamp CrownAluminum and magnesium |
| Fork type | 3.15 (inches) TravelRock Shox Judy C |
Other Specs of GT Karakoram
| Component group sets | Mountain Mix |
| Available colors | - Solar Mint |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Pedals details | GT Clipless |
| Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
| Saddle seat | SDG Comp Belair |
| Seat post extension | Aluminum Micro-adjust |
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GT produced the Karakoram bike in 1999 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $652.99.Karakoram bike is available in many sizes such as 12.5 (inches), 14.5 (inches), 16 (inches), 18 (inches), 20 (inches) and 22 (inches).
GT Mountain bike Karakoram can be found in one single color which is Solar Mint.
This bike is equiped with 26 x 2.10" WTB EnduroRaptor tires and Stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Weinmann Zac 19, 32-hole. GT equiped this exact model with Avid 1D-20 brakes, Avid AD-1.0 L levers braking system and Front: GT suspension Q/R, Rear: Shimano 8-speed cassette hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride GT used Reynolds 525 material for the frame. Titec Enduro HF high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Karakoram to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Azonic ORC.
For the smoothest biking experience SR XR40, 22/32/42 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano IG chain that is easily replaceable as stated by GT, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano Alivio RapidFire SL gear shift levers.