Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 20" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
GT Speed Series MK7 Junior Race Design, 6061-T6 AL, Alloy Formed and Butted Speed Metal Tubes, Reverse Dropouts, Euro BB, 1-1/8" Integrated H/T
Suspension Fork
GT BMX Expert Race, 100% Cr-Mo 1-1/8" Steerer, 25.4x1.2mm Blades, 312mm A/C, 3/8" Dropouts
Drivetrain
Cassette
15T
Crank
GT Forged Alloy 2pc. 165mm Arms, 24mm Hollow Alloy Spindle, 39T AL CNC Chain Ring, Alloy Chain Ring Bolts
Bottom Bracket
BB86 Sealed Bearings
Chain
KMC Z1 Narrow, 3/32"
Pedals
GT high impact nylon platform
Wheels
Front Hub
GT Speed Series, Alloy CNC Body, Sealed Bearings, 28h, 3/8" Female Allen Bolts w/ Alloy Washers
Rear Hub
GT Speed Series Cassette, Alloy CNC body, 5 Sealed Bearings, 3 pawl Cassette, 28h, 3/8" Female Allen Bolts w/ Alloy Washers
Rims
Speed Series Aero Double Wall, 28h
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
Kenda Kompact Pro Race, 20 x 1-3/8"
Brakes
Brakes
Promax MV-87, 85mm Cold Forged AL Arms, Mini V-Type
Brake Levers
Promax 2 Finger Lever w/ Reach Adjust
Cockpit
Stem
GT Top Load, Cold Forged 1-1/8", 40mm
Handlebar
GT Speed Cr-Mo 6.5"H x 26"W, 8° Back, 4° Up, Taper Cross Bar
Grips
GT Statement2 Single Lock-on Grips
Headset
1-1/8"-1.5" Taper Integrated Design, 45X45 Degree Sealed Bearings
Seat
Saddle
BOX Echelon
Seatpost
Alloy integrated w/ Saddle, 22.2 x 135mm
About this model
Speed Series Expert completes the Gt Speed model. There are 39 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Gt Speed bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
GT Speed Series Micro 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 650$. On the other hand, GT Speed Series Pro XXL 2020, is the most expensive and costs 875$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
BMX bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid BMX bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 348$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a BMX bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 650$. Comparing the average cost of a BMX bike to this one, you will see that Speed Series Expert price is 86.78% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Speed Series Expert bike is equipped with the 20″ aluminum model. The 20″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Speed Series Expert comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.