GT Ricochet 1997 Technical specs and features
| Brand | GT |
| Model | Ricochet |
| First production | 1997 |
| Bike category | Mountain Bike |
| Bike sub-category | Mountain With Front Suspension |
| Bike Pricing | See price on Amazon |
| Parts And Accessories | GT Ricochet Parts |
| Available Sizes | - 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) |
Wheels And Breaking System
| Bike front tire | 26 X 2.10 (inches) WTB VelociRaptor |
| Bike rear tire | Not Available |
| Bike wheel size | 26 (inches) Wheels |
| Brakeset type | Shimano Deore LX LeversShimano Deore LX V-Brake Brakes |
| Hubs for disc brakes | Rear: Shimano AlivioFront: Shimano AceraX |
| Rims manufacturer | 32-holeMavic 238 |
| Spoke nipples type | Brass Nipples |
| Spoke wheel | 2.0 (millimeters) Straight GaugeStainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specifications
| Frame materials | 7005 aluminum c |
| Frame type | Welded |
| Handlebar construction | Kore Lite |
| Handlebar extender | Optional |
| Handlebar stem details | Aluminum |
| Headset size | 1 1/8 (inches) Threadless Tioga |
Gearing Specs
| Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)Shimano |
| Bottom bracket shell width | 73 (millimeters) English |
| Bottom bracket type | Shimano |
| Crankset parts and sizes | 24/34/42 TeethShimano Alivio |
| Gear shift levers | Shimano STX RapidFire SL |
| Rear gear set | 11 - 30 Teeth7-speed |
GT Ricochet Fork System Data
| Derailleur (Front) | Bottom-pullShimano Alivio Top-swing |
| Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano STX |
| Fork material | Triple-clamp CrownMagnesium |
| Fork type | Rock Shox Indy C |
Other Specs of GT Ricochet
| Component group sets | Shimano Deore LX and STX |
| Available colors | - Ball burnished- blue |
| Weight | Unspecified |
| Pedals details | Aluminum Body With Clips & StrapsSteel Cage |
| Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
| Saddle seat | WTB SST |
| Seat post extension | 26.8 (millimeters) DiameterAluminum Micro-adjust |
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GT Ricochet bike review
GT produced the Ricochet bike in 1997 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $780.00.Ricochet bike is available in many sizes such as 14.5 (inches), 16 (inches), 18 (inches) and 20 (inches).
GT Mountain bike Ricochet can be found in a few colors, among these colors Ball burnished and blue .
This bike is equiped with 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor tires and Stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Mavic 238, 32-hole. GT equiped this exact model with Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers braking system and Front: Shimano AceraX, Rear: Shimano Alivio hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride GT used 7005 aluminum material for the frame. Kore Lite high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Ricochet to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Aluminum.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano chain that is easily replaceable as stated by GT, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano STX RapidFire SL gear shift levers.