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
Hi-Ten Steel Tubes, DT Gusset, American BB, Seat Stay U-Brake, 1-1/8" H/T, w/ Removable Rotor Tabs
Suspension Fork
GT FS Design, Hi-Ten 2pc. Steerer & Tapered Legs, 31mm OffSet, 3/8" Axle Dropouts
Drivetrain
Cassette
9T 1pc. Driver
Crank
GT Power Series Cr-Mo 3pc. 170mm Arms, 19mm x 8T Cr-Mo Spindle, GT 25T Steel Chainwheel
Bottom Bracket
American Loose Ball Bearing
Chain
KMC Z410
Pedals
GT Mini Size Platform, PP Material
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 U-type
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
Integrated
About this model
Jr Performer 18 completes the Gt Jr Performer model. There are 4 bikes that carry this model name.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Youth bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Youth bike that is reliable is 278$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Youth bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, GT Jr Performer 18 price was 425$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Jr Performer 18 price is 52.88% more expensive than the average cost of a Youth bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
Jr Performer 18 has a steel fork, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels
The Jr Performer 18 2022 bike is equipped with 18″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. GT Jr Performer 18 has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
GT Jr Performer 18 2022 is available in one size only. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.