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1998 GT Virage

Velopedia Archive ID 72798

Overview

Model year1998
BrandGT
ModelVirage
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID72798
Original MSRP$873.00
ColorsDesert Sage
Sizes15", 17", 19", 21"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum w/replaceable dropout
ForkRST 802
Fork materialAluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Nexave
ShiftersShimano Nexave
Front derailleurShimano Nexave top-swing, bottom-pull
Rear derailleurShimano Nexave
CranksetShimano Nexave, 26/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano IG, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsAluminum cage w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano Nexave modulated V brakes, Shimano Nexave levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" aluminum
HandlebarAluminum, rise
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAluminum
SaddleGT
SeatpostAluminum, suspension

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Nexave
RimsAraya TX-350, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 38c street tread
Wheel size700c wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 8, 2026.