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 31.8- 28.6mm Tapered O.D. Blades, 31mm Offset, 3/8" Axle Dropouts
Drivetrain
Crank
GT Tubular CR-MO 3Pc. 152mm Arms, Cold Forged CR-MO 19mm x 8T Spline Spindle, 25T GT Steel Chain Wheel
Bottom Bracket
American Loose Ball Bearing
Chain
KMC Z410
Pedals
GT Low Profile FS Platform Design, PP Material, Boron Axle
Wheels
Front Hub
Front: Steel Body, Loose Ball 3/8" x 150mm Heat Treated Axle, 28 Hole, 15mm Nut. Rear: Alloy Body, 1 Loose Ball, 4 Sealed Bearing 14mm x 180mm Axle, 9T Cassette, 28 Hole, 17mm Nut.
Rims
Alloy Single Wall, 20" 28 Hole (F/R)
Tires
INNOVA 18" x 2.1" (F/R)
Brakes
Brakes
Rear: Aluminum U-Brake w/ Soft compound Pad
Brake Levers
Alloy
Cockpit
Stem
New GT Top Load, 1-1/8", Cold Forged Cap, 32mm Rise, 40mm Length
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" Thread less, Steel
Seat
Saddle
Integrated saddle w/ post
Seatpost
Alloy, 25.4mm x 200mm
Model Overview
Jr. Performer 18″ is part of the Gt Jr Performer model. GT released 4 bikes variations of this model so far.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Youth bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Youth bike is 278$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Youth bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 279$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Jr. Performer 18″ price is 0.36% more expensive than the average cost of a Youth bike.
Jr. Performer 18″ 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
The wheels on Jr. Performer 18″ are the 18″ aluminum type. The 18″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Jr. Performer 18″ comes with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
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.