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1999 GT Karakoram

Velopedia Archive ID 82920

Overview

Model year1999
BrandGT
ModelKarakoram
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID82920
Original MSRP$652.99
ColorsSolar Mint
Sizes12.5", 14.5", 16", 18", 20", 22"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialReynolds 525
ForkRock Shox Judy C, 3.15" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Alivio RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Alivio
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX
CranksetSR XR40, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano cartridge
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano IG, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsGT clipless

Brakes

BrakesAvid 1D-20 brakes, Avid AD-1.0 L levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Aheadset
HandlebarTitec Enduro HF
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAzonic ORC
SaddleSDG Comp Belair
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: GT suspension Q/R, Rear: Shimano 8-speed cassette
RimsWeinmann Zac 19, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB EnduroRaptor
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube575 mm
Head-tube angle70°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center426 mm
Wheelbase1070 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 28, 2026.