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1997 GT Tempest

Velopedia Archive ID 69250

Overview

Model year1997
BrandGT
ModelTempest
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID69250
Original MSRP$504.00
ColorsBlue, red
Sizes14.5", 16", 18", 20"

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded
Frame material7005 aluminum
ForkGT
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio/AceraX
ShiftersShimano Alivio MC12-C RapidFire Plus
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsSteel cage

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Shimano Alivio levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tioga
HandlebarAluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAluminum
SaddleGT
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 26.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: aluminum quick release, Rear: Shimano AceraX
RimsWeinmann Zac 19, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.10" Tioga Edge, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Tioga Psycho TT
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube575 mm
Head-tube angle70.5°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center426 mm
Wheelbase1073 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 24, 2026.