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One of the fastest and most versatile performance bikes available, the Tachyon earns its wings commuting on pavement or pulling the peloton. It gets you to work, and the finish line, well ahead of schedule. And it's perfect for taking your spin-class addiction on the road.
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About this bike
| Type | Hybrid / Town |
|---|---|
| Gender/Age | Men |
| Production years | 2011-2012 |
| RRP | £999.99 |
| Sizes | XS, S, M, L, XL (Frame size guide) |
| Colours | Gun Metal |
| Frame type | Rigid |
| Frame material | Aluminium |
| Frame description | GT Tachyon compact geometry aluminum frame with hydroformed TT and DT, Internal cable routing, forged drop-outs with removable derailluer hanger and all braze ons |
| Gears | 30 |
| Wheel Size | 700C |
About GT
GT Bicycles is a large American manufacturer of road, mountain, and bmx bicycles. GT mountain bikes are often readily identifiable by the unique "triple triangle" frame design present in most hard-tail designs. Early BMX frames were also easily identifiable as the top tube seemed to bisect the seat tube and protrude beyond it by approximately an inch-and-a-half towards the rear of the frame. This innovative idea was claimed to reduce the amount of vibration transferred to the seat fr
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Specifications
Braking
| Brake Caliper Front | Tektro RX-3 |
|---|---|
| Brake Caliper Rear | Tektro RX-3 |
| Brake Levers | Tektro RX-1 levers |
Drive
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano Integrated sealed |
|---|---|
| Cassette (Rear Cogs) | Shimano 105 10spd cassette 12-25 |
| Chain | Shimano 10spd |
| Crank | Shimano FC-R553 50/39/30t |
| Pedals | N/A |
Gearing
| Derailleur Front | Shimano FD-R770 BL |
|---|---|
| Derailleur Rear | Shimano Ultegra 10spd |
| Gears | 30 |
| Shifter(s) | Shimano SL-R770 Rapid Fire Flat Bar Shifters |
General
| Grips | GT Type R ergo w/ sprint bar ends |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | GT Type R double butted flat bar, 31.8 bar bore |
| Headset | Integrated sealed bearing |
| Saddle | GT Type R race saddle |
| Stem | NVO F-1 adj. ahead |
Suspension
| Forks | GT Type R Carbon fork, V-brake bosses, rack and fender eyelets, alloy steerer |
|---|
Wheels
| Hub Front | Shimano WH-R500 |
|---|---|
| Hub Rear | Shimano WH-R500 |
| Nipples | Brass CP |
| Rims | Shimano WH-R500 wheelset with color matched decals |
| Spokes | Stainless steel 14 gauge |
| Tyres (Front & Back) | Kenda Kiniption 700x28c |
| Wheel Size | 700C |
UK warranty
| GT non suspension frames are covered against faults arising from defective production, materials and workmanship for a period of five years. Full suspension frames are covered for three years. All Jump, Freeride, Downhill, Freestyle and BMX frames are covered for two years. Other steel frames are covered for the lifetime of the product. Parts and accessories are covered against faults arising from defective production, materials and workmanship for a period of one year. Consumable parts such as tyres and chain are covered for 90 days. |
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