- Frame
- GT Ruckus design, revised dirt Jump geometry, 6061 AL
- Groupset
- Mountain Mix
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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2006 GT Ruckus DJ and 2008 GT Ruckus DJ.
- Data limitation
Only 2006 GT Ruckus DJ has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
- Identity & price
2006 GT Ruckus DJ had an original MSRP $100 lower than 2008 GT Ruckus DJ.
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.
Lowest1.13:1Highest3.27:1Total range291%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.4; rear size isn’t listed.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2006 GT Ruckus DJ
2008 GT Ruckus DJ
Overview
Model Year
2006
2008
Brand
GT
GT
Model
Ruckus DJ
Ruckus DJ
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,099.99
$1,199.99
Colors
Nickel Silver
Brown
Sizes
One Size
One size fits all
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
GT Ruckus design, revised dirt Jump geometry, 6061 AL
6061 aluminum
Fork
Manitou Stance Static, 100mm
Marzocchi Dirt Jumper 2, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium
Steel, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
SRAM, X-7 trigger type
SRAM X.5 Trigger
Front Derailleur
Truvativ BoxGuide
MRP SB-3 roller guide
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX-7, Med cage length
SRAM X.7
Crankset
Truvativ Hussefelt DH,, 36 teeth
FSA Gravity Maximus
Bottom Bracket
Truvativ Howitzer XR
ISIS Cartridge
Cassette
—
SRAM PowerGlide II
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC Z9000
KMC Z9000
Pedals
GT Alum Platform with cr-mo spindles
GT Alum Platform with cr-mo spindles
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes Sole, hydraulic disc, V6 160mm rotor brakes, Hayes Sole levers
Hayes Stroker Ryde w/V6 Rotor brakes, Hayes Stroker Ryde Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" TH Mallet
1 1/8" Mallet Aheadset
Handlebar
Truvativ Hussefelt, AL 66, 50mm rise, 31.8OD.
FSA Gravity Maximus OS Riser
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Truvativ Hussefelt, 3D cold forged, 0 degree rise
FSA Gravity Gap OS
Saddle
SDG, FRD I-Beam, stitched cover
SDG Bel Air ST I-Beam
Seatpost
SDG, I-Beam, AL 6061, 25.4mm diameter
SDG I-Beam
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Alloy, disc type, sealed bearing, 20mm through axle, Rear: Alloy, disc type, 9-speed cassette, 135mm spacing, nutted axle
Alloy Disc Thru Axle
Rims
Sun Single Track SL-1, double wall, 36H, 36-hole
WTB Speed Disc XL
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) Straight Gauge
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke Nipples
CP Brass
CP Brass
Front Tire
26 x 2.40" Kenda Cortez
26" WTB Prowler SS
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.