2013 GT Tachyon 3 0

2013 · Tachyon

2013 GT Tachyon 3.0 is a Speed Metal aluminum road bike with a carbon fork, triple 52/42/30 crankset, and compact geometry for comfort-focused performance.

2013 GT Bicycles
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Description

You might not be in-it-to-win-it on every ride, but you’re no slouch in the saddle either. Less aggressive than your traditional road bike, the Tachyon caters to your need for speed on the daily without sacrificing a single bit of enjoyment. This is an unequaled mash-up of velocity, fun, and comfort. It’s performance, just the way you want it.

Technical specification

Geometry

Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL

Frame & Fork

Frame
GT Tachyon compact geometry Speed Metal™ aluminum frame with Butted and hydroformed (TT,DT), Internal cable routing, forged drop-outs, all braze ons, replaceable derailleur hanger
Fork
GT Speed Blend™ Carbon fork with Carbon steeler, V-brake bosses, rack and fender eyelets

Drivetrain

Crankset
FSA Tempo triple 52/42/30
Bottom bracket
Cartridge sealed
Chain
KMC HG-40
Freewheel
Shimano HG-51 8spd 11-28
Shifters
Shimano ST-R221 Rapid Fire Flat Bar road shifters
Front derailleur
Shimano R443
Rear derailleur
Shimano R2300

Wheels

Rims
Alex GT19 Doublewall alloy rims with machined sidewalls 28h front/32h rear
Tires
Kenda Kwest 700x28c
Spokes
14G Stainless
Hubs
Formula sealed bearing 28H
Rear hub
Formula sealed bearing 32H

Cockpit & contact

Handlebar
GT Type R flat riser bar, 31.8x640mm
Stem
GT Type R 3D forged 6061
Grips
GT Dual Density design
Headset
Integrated sealed bearing
Saddle
GT Type R Bio-Morphic
Seat post
GT Alloy two bolt
Seatpost clamp
Alloy Collar with bolt
Colour
Black, White

Brakes

Brakes
Tektro RX-1
Brake levers
Shimano ST-R221