E-Performance: GT Bicycles, a US premium brand, presents the new GT Force GT-E, a fun and agile E-MTB trail bike for the 2020 model year. The rear triangle platform was optimized to the requirements of an e-bike. The Force GT-E is a real e-bike and not just an electronically assisted mountain bike. The GT Force GT-E is available in two model variants from €3.799.
GT Force GT-E: The concept behind the bike
The Force GT-E was designed for bikers who want to explore the limits of what is possible uphill and downhill. For this reason, the proven GT LTS chassis platform relies on 150 mm of travel front and rear. In addition, the 29" wheels with their wide and aggressive tires offer high grip on any terrain.
The Force GT-E, with its longer chainstays, a steeper seat tube angle and powerful 4-piston disc brakes, masters all climbs without any problems and is particularly in top form on the descents. The grin gets bigger with every kilometer.
GT Force GT-E: The Shimano STEPS drive
The Shimano STEPS drive system with maximum integration was installed on the GT Force GT-E. The motor sits unobtrusively in the center of the bike. Due to this low center of gravity, the bike sits firmly on the trail even in the situation. Depending on the riding style, the Shimano drive supports the rider with three different support modes - Eco, Normal or High. The modes are coordinated in such a way that a natural driving experience is conveyed at all times.
With the powerful battery, it is possible to travel up to 80 kilometers. Bikers can enjoy every ride and experience a whole new kind of mountain biking.
GT Force GT-E: geometry and equipment table
| Force GT-E AMP | Force GT-E CURRENT | |
|---|---|---|
| frame material | Aluminium | Aluminium |
| Suspension shocks | Rock Shox Deluxe Select R, 185x55mm metric trunnion | Rock Shox Deluxe Select R, 185x55mm metric trunnion |
| Fork | RockShox 35 Gold RL, 150mm, DebonAir, 15x110, 51mm offset | SR Suntour Zeron 35, 150mm, Coil, 15x110, 51mm offset |
| Drive | Shimano STEPS DU-E8000 250W | Shimano STEPS DU-E7000 250W |
| Battery | Shimano STEPS BT-E8035, 504Wh | Shimano STEPS BT-E8035, 504Wh |
| Display | Shimano SC-E7000 cycle computer | SHIMANO EC-E6002 |
| Rims | WTB STX i29 TCS, 32h, tubeless ready | WTB STX i29 TCS, 32h, tubeless ready |
| Front tire | Maxxis Minion DHF, 29 x 2.6”, 3C compound, EXO+, tubeless ready | Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance, 29 x 2.6”, Addix Compound, tubeless ready |
| Rear tire | Maxxis Minion DHR II, 29 x 2.6”, 3C compound, EXO+, tubeless ready | Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance, 29 x 2.6”, Addix Compound, tubeless ready |
| Derailleur | SRAM SX Eagle | Shimano Deore GS |
| trigger | SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed | Shimano Deore, 10 speed |
| Handlebar | GT Alloy riser bar, 15mm rise, 780mm width | GT All Terra Riser, 6061 Alloy, 15mm rise, 8° sweep, 4° rise, 780mm width |
| Brakes | Shimano MT420, 4 piston, hydro disc, 203/203mm RT30 rotors | Shimano MT200, 4 piston, hydro disc, 180/180mm RT10 rotors |
| Sizes | S, M, L, XL | S, M, L |
| Color | Satin Jade w/ Black & Gunmetal | Satin Gunmetal w/ Gloss Copper & Black |
| Price | €4.999 | €3.799 |
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