2016 GT Grade Flatbar Expert

2016 · Grade

2016 GT Grade Flatbar Expert is a hydroformed alloy gravel/fitness road bike with a carbon fork, hydraulic disc brakes, and Shimano Sora 9-speed triple drivetrain.

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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 3503 Sora HollowTech2 triple 50/39/30t
Bottom bracket
Shimano Outboard
Chain
KMC HG-53
Freewheel
Sunrace CSM96 9spd 11-32
Shifters
Shimano SL-3503 Sora 9-Speed
Front derailleur
Shimano FD-2403 Claris
Rear derailleur
Shimano R3500 Sora 9spd

Wheels

Rims
Alex ATD470 Doublewall alloy rims 28h front/32h rear
Tires
Kenda Kwest 700x28c
Spokes
Stainless steel 15g
Hubs
F: Formula Ultra light Alloy sealed bearing 28h with QR; R: Formula Ultra Light sealed bearing 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
Shimano BR-M355, Hydraulic Disc, W/ 160mm Rotor SM-RT56
Brake levers
Shimano Hydraulic Disc Brake Lever