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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2006 GT Chucker 3.0 is BMX; 2009 GT Chucker 3.0 is Mountain.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2006 GT Chucker 3.0 and 2009 GT Chucker 3.0.
- Equipment
2009 GT Chucker 3.0 has 20 mm more front travel than 2006 GT Chucker 3.0 in the selected sizes.
Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.
- Identity & price
2006 GT Chucker 3.0 had an original MSRP $160 lower than 2009 GT Chucker 3.0.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.69:1Highest2.91:1Total range423%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.35; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.69:1Highest2.91:1Total range423%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.35; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2006 GT Chucker 3.0
2009 GT Chucker 3.0
Overview
Model Year
2006
2009
Brand
GT
GT
Model
Chucker 3.0
Chucker 3.0
Bicycle Type
Freestyle/jumping
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$439.99
$599.99
Colors
Flat Gold
Black/Khaki
Sizes
M
M
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Second generation Chucker design, 7005 aluminum, mono stay triple triangle
7005 aluminum
Fork
RST Gila Plus T6, 80mm
RST Launch T8, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Steel/aluminum
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
SRAM Mix
Shifters
SRAM, 3.0 Comp twistgrip
SRAM 3.0 Comp
Front Derailleur
SRAM 3.0
SRAM 3.0
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX-4, Med cage length
SRAM X.5
Crankset
TH / RPM Comet w/bashring, 22/32 teeth
ProWheel Pioneer SS, 22/32 teeth
Bottom Bracket
TH RMP cartridge
ProWheel ISIS Cartridge bearing
Cassette
—
SRAM PowerGlide II
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC IG-31
KMC IG-31
Pedals
GT Alum Platform with cr-mo spindles
GT Alum Platform with cr-mo spindles
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro, alloy V-type brakes, Tektro, alloy levers
ProMax Mechanical Disc brakes, Pro Max Alloy levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Semi integrated, ball type
1 1/8" Semi integrated
Handlebar
Alloy, 31.8mm O.D., 73mm rise
Alloy Riser
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Alloy, 10 degree rise, 80mm extension, 31.8mm clamp
Alloy OS
Saddle
'05 GT Jump design, guards front and rear, 9mm rails with brace, two piece
Velo Dirt/Street
Seatpost
Aluminum, double bolt micro adjust
Aluminum
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Alloy, QR axle, Rear: Alloy, cassette, QR axle
Front: Alloy disc nutted, Rear: Alloy Disc Cassette
Rims
Jalco, DDZ, double wall
Alex Y-22
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) Straight Gauge
14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke Nipples
CP Brass
Brass
Front Tire
26 x 2.35" Kenda Kinetics
26 x 2.35" Kenda Kinetics
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.