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1996 GT Force

Velopedia Archive ID 53742

Overview

Model year1996
BrandGT
ModelForce
Bicycle typeRoad/sport
Archive ID53742
Original MSRP$849.00
ColorsRed
Sizes50 cm, 52 cm, 54 cm, 56 cm, 58 cm, 60 cm

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded aluminum
Frame material7000 aluminum
ForkGT
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano RSX
ShiftersShimano RSX STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano RSX, bottom-pull
Rear derailleurShimano RSX GS
CranksetShimano RSX, 26/36/46 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsAlloy cage w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano RSX Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano RSX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" steel
HandlebarAlloy
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemAlloy
SaddleVetta TT Transverse
SeatpostAlloy

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic Open 4 Argent, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Tioga Proline
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565 mm
Head-tube angle73.5°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center420 mm
Wheelbase1016 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.