Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1993 GT Richter 8.0

Velopedia Archive ID 44396

Overview

Model year	1993
Brand	GT
Model	Richter 8.0
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	44396
Original MSRP	$999.00
Sizes	14.5, 16, 18, 19, 20, 22

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded steel
Frame material	Tange Prestige, True Temper GTX
Fork	Rock Shox Quadra

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Deore XT/DX/LX Rapidfire Plus
Shifters	Shimano Deore DX Rapidfire Plus
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore XT
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore XT
Crankset	Shimano Deore LX, 26/36/46 teeth
Rear cogs	7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
Chain	DID Super Shift
Pedals	Tioga Surefoot VI

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Deore LX brakes, levers

Cockpit & contact points

Handlebar	GT Alloy with Onza Alloy Bar Ends
Stem	GT Flip-Flop III Chromoly for Aheadset
Saddle	GT Competition Leather
Seatpost	GT Alloy

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Deore LX
Rims	Mavic M231
Front tire	Front: Panaracer Dart, Rear: Panaracer Smoke

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	584.2 mm
Head-tube angle	70.5°
Seat-tube angle	73.5°
Chainstay / rear center	419.1 mm
Wheelbase	1071.9 mm
Fork offset / rake	45.7 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 24, 2026.