Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Acera, Tourney -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
GT Virage Triple Triangle 6061 series alloy, smooth welded, and hydroformed (TT,DT), forged drop-outs, chainstay disc mounts, all utility braze ons
Suspension Fork
GT Grade Alloy 1 1/8" threadless alum steerer, disc specific
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera RDM-360 8spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano TY710 8spd
Shift Levers
Shimano EF-500 8spd
Cassette
Sunrace CSM66 8spd 12-32
Crank
Shimano FC-M311 48/38/28
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge sealed
Chain
KMC HG-40
Pedals
Nylon body and cage trekking
Wheels
Front Hub
(F) Formula Alloy 28h with QR, (R) Formula Alloy cassette hub 32h with QR
Rims
GT JD200 Double Wall Alloy, 28h front/32h rear
Tires
Vittoria Zaffiro, 700x32c (F/R)
Brakes
Brakes
(F) Tektro Mechanical Disc brake, 160mm rotor, (R) Tektro Mechanical Disc brake, 160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano EF-500 8spd
Cockpit
Stem
all new 3D forged GT alloy stem
Handlebar
GT Type R flat riser bar, 31.8x640mm
Grips
GT Dual Density Ergo design
Headset
Threadless Ahead
Seat
Saddle
GT Virage Saddle
Seatpost
GT Alloy one bolt seat pillar
About this model
Virage Comp belongs to the Gt Virage model. GT released 3 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 Virage Comp GTw 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 649$. On the other hand, GT Virage Elite 2018, is the most expensive and costs 899$.
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.
Average price for General Urban bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable General Urban bike is 499$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great General Urban bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 649$. Comparing this to the average General Urban bike price, we see that the price is 30.06% higher.
Virage Comp components
Fork material
Virage Comp has an aluminum fork, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
As for the wheels, GT Virage Comp 2018, has a 700c aluminum model. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.