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2010 GT Tachyon 2.0 · 2012 GT Tachyon 2.0

Specification2010 GT Tachyon 2.02012 GT Tachyon 2.0
Overview
Model year20102012
BrandGTGT
ModelTachyon 2.0Tachyon 2.0
Bicycle typeRoad/sportHybrid/Comfort
Archive ID209452023574
Original MSRP$899.99—
ColorsBlue, WhiteWhite
SizesXXS, XS, X, M, L, XL, XXLL, M, S, XL
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-welded—
Frame materialAluminum w/ hydroformed TT and DTHydroformed Butted 6061 Al
ForkGT Tachyon rigid w/ hydroformed alloy legsGT Type R w/ FOC Carbon
Fork materialAlloy—
Rear shockN/A—
Drivetrain
Component groupFlat Bar Road Mix—
ShiftersShimano SL-R441Shimano R440 9spd trigger
Front derailleurShimano R453, clamp onShimano R-453
Rear derailleurShimano Sora R-3400Shimano Sora 9spd
CranksetFSA Omega Triple, 30/39/50 teethFSA Omega 50/39/30t
Bottom bracketFSA Mega EXOShimano
CassetteShimano HG50Shimano HG-51 9spd 11-25t
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 25 teeth—
ChainKMC HG40KMC HG-53
PedalsAlloy body, steel cage trekkingGT Trekking
Brakes
BrakesTektro RX 1.0 brakes, Tektro RX-1 leversTektro RX 1.0
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" integrated Sealed BearingFsa
HandlebarRitchey OE Flatbar 31.8 clampGT Type R Flat-Riser
Handlebar extensionsNot included—
StemNVO adjustableGT 3D Forged 6061
SaddleWTB Devo CompGTw Bio-Morphic
SeatpostGT Design AlloyGT 2 bolt Alloy Road
Wheels & tires
HubsFront: Alloy With Quick Release, Rear: Shimano Tiagra R440Formula Sealed Formula Sealed
RimsAlex DA22, 32-hole—
SpokesStainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)—
Spoke nipplesChrome Plated Brass—
Front tire700 x 32c Kenda KiniptionKenda Kwest 700x32
Wheel size700c wheels—

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