Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset SLX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
All New 6061 T6 Aluminum Frame, w/ Triple Triangle? Replaceable Derailleur Hanger, Disc Brake Mounts, and Zerostack tapered 1 1/8-1 1/2Head Tube, 27.5 + Design
Suspension Fork
NEW Rockshox Recon Silver RL, 120mm Travel, Lock Out w/ Rebound adjust, Motion Control Compression Adjust, Tapered Alloy Steerer, Magnesium lowers, 32MM Stanchions, 15mm Thru-Axle
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX Shadow Plus 11spd
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX 11spd
Cassette
Sunrace CS-MX8, 11-46T, 11-Speed Cassette with 40 & 46t alloy cogs
Crank
NEW Comet Modular 1X Direct Mount MegaExo Boost148, 30T with BB-7100
Bottom Bracket
FSA BB-7100
Chain
KMC X11-1
Pedals
GT Slim Line Flat Pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
(F) All Terra Alloy Disc, W/15mm thru Axle Boost 110, (R) All Terra Alloy Cassette Disc, W/ Quick Release, Boost QR141
Rims
Alex ACG35 Double Wall, 32H 27.5 +, disc specific 35mm internal width
Tires
Schwalbe Rocket Ron Performance, Folding, 27.5x2.8" (F/R)
Brakes
Brakes
(F) Shimano BR-M365, Hydraulic Disc, W/ 160mm Rotor SM-RT26, (R) Shimano BR-M365, Hydraulic Disc, W/ 160mm Rotor SM-RT26
Brake Levers
Shimano Hydraulic
Cockpit
Stem
All Terra 1 1/8" Threadless, 3D Forged, 4-Bolt W/ CNC Face Plate, 7? Rise, 31.8mm Clamp
Handlebar
All Terra Riser Bar, Double Butted, 740mm Width, 15mm Rise, 31.8mm Clamp
Grips
GT Statement
Headset
Intergrated seal bearing, 1-1/8? UPPER + 1-1/2? LOWER
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Sport
Seatpost
All Terra Alloy Micro-Adjust, 30.9mm
Model Overview
Pantera Elite is part of the Gt Pantera model. GT released 6 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2018 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
GT Pantera Sport 2018 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 749$. GT Pantera Elite 2018 on the other hand costs 1299$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Trail bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1299$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Pantera Elite price is 112.63% smaller than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Pantera Elite components
Fork
The Pantera Elite comes factory-installed with the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Pantera Elite bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. GT Pantera Elite is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
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.