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2011 GT Tachyon 2.0 · 2010 GT Tachyon 2.0

Specification2011 GT Tachyon 2.02010 GT Tachyon 2.0
Overview
Model year20112010
BrandGTGT
ModelTachyon 2.0Tachyon 2.0
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlonRoad/sport
Archive ID2507220945
Original MSRP—$899.99
ColorsPearl black, royal blue, satin blackBlue, White
SizesXS, S, M, L, XL, XXLXXS, XS, X, M, L, XL, XXL
Frameset
Frame constructionAluminumTIG-welded
Frame materialAluminumAluminum w/ hydroformed TT and DT
ForkGT Type R CarbonGT Tachyon rigid w/ hydroformed alloy legs
Fork materialCarbonAlloy
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupRoad MixFlat Bar Road Mix
ShiftersShimano SL-R441Shimano SL-R441
Front derailleurShimano R453Shimano R453, clamp on
Rear derailleurShimano SoraShimano Sora R-3400
CranksetFSA Omega Triple, 50/39/30t teethFSA Omega Triple, 30/39/50 teeth
Bottom bracketMega EXOFSA Mega EXO
CassetteShimano HG50Shimano HG50
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 25 teeth9-speed, 11 - 25 teeth
ChainKMC HG40KMC HG40
Pedals—Alloy body, steel cage trekking
Brakes
BrakesTektro RX-1 brakes, Tektro RX-1 leversTektro RX 1.0 brakes, Tektro RX-1 levers
Cockpit & contact points
HeadsetIntegrated Sealed1 1/8" integrated Sealed Bearing
HandlebarGT Type R double butted flat barRitchey OE Flatbar 31.8 clamp
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemNVO adjustableNVO adjustable
SaddleGT Type R raceWTB Devo Comp
SeatpostGT Design AlloyGT Design Alloy
Wheels & tires
HubsFormula alloyFront: Alloy With Quick Release, Rear: Shimano Tiagra R440
RimsJalco DRX3000, 32-holeAlex DA22, 32-hole
SpokesStainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke nipplesAlloyChrome Plated Brass
Front tire700 x 32c Kenda Kiniption700 x 32c Kenda Kiniption
Wheel size700c wheels700c wheels

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