![]() ![]() The GT handles well in spite of the suspension, but if you really want to attack the trails look elsewhere. One rider likened it to riding a hardtail, while another who spent most of the time sat down thought the suspension was OK. We feel that this may have more to do with the poor suspension performance on the GT than the shock valving.Įither way, the GT was the only bike of the eight on test that left us with sore feet at the bottom of the Skyline descent. Full test: August 2007 (Click here to order this issue) Highlights: Few rear suspension designs have stood the test of time as well as the GT i-Drive (Specialized’s Horst Link and any single-pivot rear suspension are the other mainstays that comes. By having to move the bottom bracket up by 1/2in the rider’s weight also has to be lifted over the bump, increasing the unsprung mass and reducing the effectiveness of the suspension. With much of the mechanism hidden away in a complex, oversized bottom bracket shell, it was hard to understand and even harder. Surprisingly, you can’t feel the bottom bracket moving when you are riding, even though it moves back by almost 3/4in and up by 1/2in.īut that’s not to say that its effect goes unnoticed. GT’s i-Drive design flummoxed many riders in its first incarnation. The i-Drive suspension design has virtually no pedal feedback in the middle or granny ring, but occasionally when sprinting out of a dip while in the big ring you get a bit of chain slack that causes a delay in acceleration. Like Iron Horse, GT has fitted a larger volume 2.35in front tyre to raise the front end of the bike, slackening the frame angles a touch. ![]() The Kenda Nevegal tyres give the GT plenty of traction while adding some much needed cushioning but, as with any soft compound fat tyre, you notice the drag on fire roads. : MAGICYCLE Commuter Electric Bike for Adults 350W Motor Belt Drive Ebike 52V 7A Lightweight Electric Bike 28 20MPH Commuter Electric Bicycle Up. Also, with the longest cockpit on test, the GT is one bike here that would really benefit from a 70mm stem. ![]() While the Truvativ handlebar and stem serve their purpose, their bulbous nature seems out of place with the slender profile of the front end on the GT. It’s fine for climbing but the back end of the GT felt harsh on out-of-the-saddle descents where the handling was only saved by the superior performance of the fork. The Ruckus 7 3.0 is the cheapest of the three bikes in the 180mm (7in) travel line-up. In simple terms, the GT with minimum ProPedal felt like the other bikes with maximum ProPedal. GT's i-Drive range covers almost every conceivable type of riding these days. Got back home, and found play in the notorious dog-bone area. I have had a metal clunking sound from the bottom bracket area today during a ride. On the rear, we always ran the Fox RP2 shock in the minimum ProPedal setting and even then the suspension on the GT was lacking. Got a 2005 GT IDrive IDXC (post eccentric design). When will product managers learn that more dials isn’t always better? Also, Fox forks need to be cycled fully to keep the bushings lubricated, so extended use of the lockout can accelerate wear. We never used the lockout as it actually makes the geometry of the bike worse for climbing. Its spring curve is progressive without being harsh and steering precision is first-rate. Same blue still looks badass even just hanging in the garage. Please note this is an approximate range and the buyer is responsible for verifying the fit before purchase.The Float 32 RL on the front of the GT feels so much better than Fox Talas forks on test. Same blue still looks badass even just hanging in the garage. SIZING: Based on traditional sizing, it could fit someone 5'5" to 5'11". Description: Good condition example of this GT i-Drive full suspension mountain bike. ![]() Because this bike is being sold AS IS it is not backed by the 60 day mechanical warrantly. Front and rear shock seals are cracking and need to be serviced. Crankset: RaceFace Evolve XC, 175mm, 44/32/22TĬONDITION DESCRIPTION: USED mountain bike is being sold AS IS.In my opinion, the company that bought out GT is doing much more with the bike than the previous. Very efficient, yet confortable suspension system. I just bought a new 2003 GT I-Drive and put alot of better parts on it. Handlebar: WeyLess DFR 50, alloy, 710mm I absolutely loved this bike, but traded it in on a Giant NRS1.For sale is a USED GT i-Drive 1.0 Full Suspension Mountain Bike Medium 3x9 speed AS IS Get out and get riding on a GT I-Drive full suspension mountain bike, cleaned, tuned, and ready to get out on the trails. The highlights of the rear seat package are two tablet displays running the iDrive system and can be used to control the media, navigation as well as look at. ![]()
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