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2012 GT Tachyon 2.0 · 2010 GT Tachyon 2.0

Specification2012 GT Tachyon 2.02010 GT Tachyon 2.0
Overview
Model year20122010
BrandGTGT
ModelTachyon 2.0Tachyon 2.0
Bicycle typeHybrid/ComfortRoad/sport
Archive ID202357420945
Original MSRP—$899.99
ColorsWhiteBlue, White
SizesL, M, S, XLXXS, XS, X, M, L, XL, XXL
Frameset
Frame construction—TIG-welded
Frame materialHydroformed Butted 6061 AlAluminum w/ hydroformed TT and DT
ForkGT Type R w/ FOC CarbonGT Tachyon rigid w/ hydroformed alloy legs
Fork material—Alloy
Rear shock—N/A
Drivetrain
Component group—Flat Bar Road Mix
ShiftersShimano R440 9spd triggerShimano SL-R441
Front derailleurShimano R-453Shimano R453, clamp on
Rear derailleurShimano Sora 9spdShimano Sora R-3400
CranksetFSA Omega 50/39/30tFSA Omega Triple, 30/39/50 teeth
Bottom bracketShimanoFSA Mega EXO
CassetteShimano HG-51 9spd 11-25tShimano HG50
Rear cogs—9-speed, 11 - 25 teeth
ChainKMC HG-53KMC HG40
PedalsGT TrekkingAlloy body, steel cage trekking
Brakes
BrakesTektro RX 1.0Tektro RX 1.0 brakes, Tektro RX-1 levers
Cockpit & contact points
HeadsetFsa1 1/8" integrated Sealed Bearing
HandlebarGT Type R Flat-RiserRitchey OE Flatbar 31.8 clamp
Handlebar extensions—Not included
StemGT 3D Forged 6061NVO adjustable
SaddleGTw Bio-MorphicWTB Devo Comp
SeatpostGT 2 bolt Alloy RoadGT Design Alloy
Wheels & tires
HubsFormula Sealed Formula SealedFront: Alloy With Quick Release, Rear: Shimano Tiagra R440
Rims—Alex DA22, 32-hole
Spokes—Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke nipples—Chrome Plated Brass
Front tireKenda Kwest 700x32700 x 32c Kenda Kiniption
Wheel size—700c wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 10, 2026.