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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2003 GT Zaskar Expert and 2005 GT Zaskar Expert.
- Data limitation
Only 2005 GT Zaskar Expert has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
- Identity & price
2003 GT Zaskar Expert had an original MSRP $151 lower than 2005 GT Zaskar Expert.
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.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
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
2003 GT Zaskar Expert
2005 GT Zaskar Expert
Overview
Model Year
2003
2005
Brand
GT
GT
Model
Zaskar Expert
Zaskar Expert
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$999.00
$1,149.99
Colors
Billet
Black
Sizes
S, M, L, XL
S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Kinesis Superlight
Kinesis Superlight
Fork
Rock Shox Duke C, 80mm travel
Manitou Skareb Comp, 80mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore RapidFire
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore LX
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX
Shimano Deore LX
Crankset
Shimano Deore LX
Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano octalink
Shimano Deore LX
Rear Cogs
9-speed
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG-72, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano CN-HG73, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Ritchey Logic Comp V.2
Shimano PD-M520 SPD
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore brakes, Shimano Deore levers
Avid Single Digit 5 brakes, Avid FR-5 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Integrated
1 1/8" threadless FSA
Handlebar
Syncros flat
Syntace 6061
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Ritchey Pro
Syntace F-139
Saddle
SDG Satellite
SDG Satellite
Seatpost
Aluminum micro-adjust
Aluminum micro-adjust
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano Deore LX
Shimano Deore LX
Rims
Syncros Lil Snapper
WTB Dual Duty XC
Spokes
DT stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
Stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Aluminum nipples
Brass nipples
Front Tire
Tioga Red Phoenix
26 x 2.10" Tioga Yellow Kirin
Wheel Size
—
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.