Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 20" -
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 Low Profile FS Platform Design
Wheels
Front Hub
Steel Body, Loose Ball 3/8" x 150mm Heat Treated Axle, 36h, 15mm Nut
Rear Hub
Steel Body, Loose Ball 3/8" x 150mm Heat Treated Axle, 15mm Nut Front, Alloy Body, 1 Loose Ball, 4 Sealed Bearing 14mm x 180mm Axle, 9T Cassette, 36 Hole, 17mm Nut Rear
Rims
Alloy Single Wall, 36h
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
Innova 20 x 2.2"Innova 20 x 2.3"
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, 8.375"H x 28"W, 3° Up, 11° Back
Grips
GT Super Soft Flanged 155mm Single Compound w/ GT Removable Plug
Headset
1-1/8" Threadless, Steel
Seat
Saddle
Railed
Seatpost
Alloy, 25.4mm x 200mm
About this model
Slammer belongs to the Gt Slammer model. 11 bikes variations carry this model name so far.
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 an acceptable BMX bike you should know that the average price is 348$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality BMX bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When GT released this model in 2021, its price was 390$. In conclusion, this bike price is 12.07% more expensive than the price of the average BMX bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels size
The Slammer 2021 bike is equipped with 20″ 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
GT Slammer 2021 is available in one size only. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.