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1999 GT Virage

Velopedia Archive ID 86162

Overview

Model year1999
BrandGT
ModelVirage
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID86162
Original MSRP$728.99
ColorsSilver Lake Blue
Sizes15", 17", 19", 21"

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded
Frame material7000 aluminum
ForkRST 801, 1.6" travel
Fork materialAluminum/chromoly
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupHybrid Mix
ShiftersShimano Nexave Tap Fire
Front derailleurShimano Nexave top-swing
Rear derailleurShimano Nexave 400
CranksetShimano Nexave 400, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano cartridge
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResin body/aluminum cage w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano Nexave modulated V brakes, Shimano Nexave 400 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" sealed mechanism
HandlebarAluminum, 1.5" rise
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAluminum, high rise
SaddleGT
SeatpostKalloy aluminum suspension, adjustable

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Nexave
RimsAraya TX-310F, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Front tire700 x 42c multi-terrain
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube570 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center440 mm
Wheelbase1066 mm

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