2016 GT Grade Flatbar Elite

2016 · Grade

2016 GT Grade Flatbar Elite is a gravel and road bike with a hydroformed alloy frame, carbon fork, and Shimano Claris triple crankset for all-terrain riding.

2016 GT Bicycles – MTB
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Description

Get out and explore

With the geometry of a bike that is built for long days on the road and the soul of a brand that lives for the mountains, the GT Grade FB is ready for adventures near and far. Ideal for both fun and fitness, it’s stable on any terrain, with a hydroformed alloy frame that is lightweight and responsive when you need to go fast. 

Technical specification

Geometry

Sizes
48, 50, 51, 53, 55, 56, 58, 60

Frame & Fork

Frame
Grade alloy frame with smooth welds, hydroformed (TT,DT), Tapered 1 1/8"-1 1/4" headtube, standard BB
Fork
Grade Carbon 1 1/4-1 1/8" threadless alum steerer

Drivetrain

Crankset
Shimano 2403 Claris octalink triple 50/39/30t
Bottom bracket
Shimano Octalink
Chain
KMC HG-40
Freewheel
Sunrace CSR86 8spd 12-25
Shifters
Shimano Claris STR-243
Pedals
Nylon body and cage trekking
Front derailleur
Shimano FD-2403 Claris
Rear derailleur
Shimano RD-2400 Claris 8spd

Wheels

Rims
Alex X2200 Doublewall alloy rims 28h front/32h rear
Tires
Kenda Kwest 700x28c
Spokes
Stainless steel 15g
Hubs
F: Formula Alloy 28h with QR; R: Formula Alloy cassette hub 32h with QR

Cockpit & contact

Handlebar
GT Type R flat riser bar, 31.8x640mm
Stem
All New 3D forged GT alloy stem
Grips
GT Dual Density Ergo design
Headset
Integrated sealed bearing
Saddle
GT Grade saddle
Seat post
GT Alloy one bolt seat pillar
Seatpost clamp
Collar with bolt type

Brakes

Brakes
Tektro Mechanical Disc brake, 160mm rotor
Brake levers
Shimano Claris STR-243