2014 GT Karakoram Elite

2014 · Karakoram

2014 GT Karakoram Elite is a 29er aluminum mountain bike featuring a Triple Triangle frame, RockShox 100mm fork, and Shimano Alivio 27-speed drivetrain.

2014 GT Bicycles
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Description

There’s a reason the Triple Triangle frame design is our signature, and that’s because its performance and stability has been proven time and again. Built with 29r specific geometry, the Karakoram is the bike of choice for riders like you, riders who like to roll fast on tight trails and won’t sacrifice for less than the best durability, maneuverability, and enjoyability.

KEY FEATURES

100mm front fork with lockout capability

27-speed drivetrain to get you through any terrain

Hydraulic disc brakes on all models

The all-new GT Colorado saddle

Fast-rolling and grippy Continental Race King Tires

Geometry

2014 GT Karakoram Elite geometry chart

Technical specification

Geometry

Sizes
S, M, L, XL

Frame & Fork

Frame
29" Hydroformed and Butted Speed Metal ¨ Aluminum (TT/DT) Frame, w/Triple Triangle ¨, Replaceable Derailleur Hanger, Disc Brake Mounts, and Zerostack 1 1/8" Head Tube
Fork
Rock Shox XC28 TK Mg w/100mm Travel, 29", Hydraulically Damped, Magnesium Lowers, 28mm Chrome Steel Uppers, Forged Crown, Post Mount Disc Brake, Turn Key Lock Out, Rebound Adjust, QR

Drivetrain

Crankset
Shimano Alivio FC-M430, 44/32/22T
Bottom bracket
Tange Sealed
Chain
KMC X9
Freewheel
Shimano CS-HG30-9, 11-34T, 9-Speed
Shifters
Shimano Alivio, SL-M430, Rapid Fire
Pedals
GT Slim Line Flat Pedal, Cast Alloy
Rear derailleur
Shimano Deore XT Shadow, RD-M772-SGS

Wheels

Rims
Jalco XCD22, Double Wall, 32H
Tires
(F) Continental Race King 29" x 2.2", (R) Continental Race King 29" x 2.2"
Spokes
14G Stainless
Hubs
(F) All Terra Alloy Disc, w/Quick Release, (R) All Terra Alloy Cassette Disc, w/Quick Release

Cockpit & contact

Handlebar
Kore XCD-R2, 6061 Aluminum, 13mm Rise, 710mm Width
Stem
All Terra 1 1/8" Threadless, 3D Forged, 4-Bolt w/CNC Face Plate, 5-degree Rise, 31.8mm Clamp
Grips
GT Statement
Headset
Kore 1B-1, 1 1/8" Threadless, Zerostack
Saddle
All Terra Colorado
Seat post
All Terra Alloy Micro-Adjust, 30.9mm
Seatpost clamp
All Terra Alloy QR
Colour
BLK, WHT

Brakes

Brakes
Avid DB1, Hydraulic Disc, w/160mm Rotor
Brake levers
Avid DB1 Hydraulic