Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 GT Saddleback

Velopedia Archive ID 64645

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	GT
Model	Saddleback
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	64645
Original MSRP	$370.00
Colors	Black
Sizes	14.5", 16", 18", 20"

Frameset

Frame construction	Welded
Frame material	Chromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
Fork	SR DuoTrack 7007
Fork material	Aluminum, triple-clamp crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Altus
Shifters	Grip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleur	Shimano Altus top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano Altus
Crankset	Shimano Altus, 24/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain	Shimano, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Resin

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Altus brakes, Shimano Altus levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8"
Handlebar	Steel
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Steel
Saddle	GT
Seatpost	Aluminum micro-adjust, 26.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: aluminum quick release, Rear: Shimano cassette, nutted
Rims	Weinmann 4019, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 2.10" multi-terrain
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	565 mm
Head-tube angle	70°
Seat-tube angle	73.5°
Chainstay / rear center	425 mm
Wheelbase	1060 mm
Fork offset / rake	45 mm

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