Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 18" -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
GT FS Design, Hi-Ten Steel Tubes, DT Gusset, American BB, Seat Stay Mounted U-Brake, External 1-1/8" H/T, w/ Removable Rotor Tabs, Odyssey Springfield Brake compatible
Suspension Fork
GT FS Design, Hi-Ten 2pc. Steerer & Tapered Legs, 31mm Offset, 3/8" Axle Dropouts
Drivetrain
Cassette
9T Sealed 1pc. Driver /16T Freewheel
Crank
GT Power Series Cr-Mo 3Pc. 152mm Arms, 19mm x 8T Cr-Mo Spindle, GT 25T Steel Chainwheel
Bottom Bracket
American Loose Ball Bearing
Chain
KMC S1
Pedals
GT Low Profile FS Platform Design, PP Material, Boron Axle
Wheels
Front Hub
Steel Body, Loose Ball 3/8" x 150mm Heat Treated Axle, 20h, 15mm Nut
Rear Hub
Alloy Body, 1 Loose Ball, 4 Sealed Bearing 14mm x 165mm Axle, 9T Cassette, 20h, 17mm Nut
Rims
Alloy Single Wall, 20h
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
INNOVA 18 x 2.1"
Brakes
Brakes
Aluminum U-Brake w/ Soft Compound Pad
Brake Levers
Alloy
Cockpit
Stem
GT Top Load, 1-1/8", Cold Forged Cap, 32mm Rise, 40mm
Handlebar
GT Freestyle 2pc. Steel, 8"H x 27"W, 3°Up, 11° Back
Grips
Mushroom Style 100mm Soft Compound, w/o Flange w/ GT removable plug
Headset
1-1/8" Threadless, Steel
Seat
Saddle
Integrated saddle w/ post
Seatpost
Alloy, 25.4mm x 200mm
About this model
Performer Jr 18″ belongs to the Gt Performer model. There are 24 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Gt Performer bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
GT Performer Lil 16″ 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 285$. GT Performer Heritage 26 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 725$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Youth bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Youth bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 278$. However, you could also get a good Youth bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2020 for 285$. If we compare this with the average Youth bike cost we notice that the price is 2.52% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
As for the wheels, GT Performer Jr 18″ 2020, has a 18″ aluminum model. The 18″ 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. GT Performer Jr 18″ has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
GT Performer Jr 18″ 2020 is available in one size only. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.