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2011 GT Karakoram 2.0 · 2012 GT Karakoram 2.0

Specification2011 GT Karakoram 2.02012 GT Karakoram 2.0
Overview
Model year20112012
BrandGTGT
ModelKarakoram 2.0Karakoram 2.0
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspensionMountain
Archive ID250432024102
ColorsSilver, redBlack, Blue
SizesS, M, L, XLL, M, S, XL
Frameset
Frame constructionAluminum—
Frame material6061-T6 aluminumhydroformed aluminum
ForkRockShox Dart 3, 100mm travelRock Shox XC28 TurnKey 100mm
Rear shockN/A—
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain Mix—
ShiftersShimano AlivioShimano Alivio Rapidfire 9spd
Front derailleurShimano AlivioShimano Acera
Rear derailleurShimano AlivioShimano Deore Shadow 9 spd
CranksetFSA Dyna Drive, 44/32/22t teethFSA Dyna Drive 44/32/22T
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN26Fsa
CassetteShimano CS-HG30SRAM PG-950 9spd 11-34t
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth—
ChainHg53KMC HG-53
PedalsGT Slim Line FlatAll Terra Slimline
Brakes
BrakesTektro Aquila brakes, Tektro leversTektro Drako 6"
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" FSA No. 10FSA Integrated
HandlebarAll Terra AL6061 RiserAll Terra Al-6061
Handlebar extensionsNot included—
StemAll TerraAll Terra 3D
SaddleWTB Pure-V SportWTB Pure-V Comp
SeatpostAll Terra Alloy Micro-AdjustAll Terra Microadjust 31.6mm
Wheels & tires
HubsAll Terra Alloy Disc—
RimsAlex TD-24, 32-holeAlex TD24 32H
SpokesStainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)—
Spoke nipplesBrass—
Front tire29 x 2.1'' Kenda NevegalMaxxis Aspen 29x2.1 Kevlar
Wheel size29" wheels—

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