Description

2017 GT Verb Expert Complete Mountain Bike

 

Bikes in the 8in rear travel range are impressive when gravity’s doing the work, but hefting one up a climb without the benefit of a chairlift can put a sweaty, damp blanket on any day in the saddle. GT’s 2017 Verb Expert Complete Mountain Bike doesn’t have a gravity rig’s big-hit capabilities, but its Independent Drivetrain (I-Drive) suspension design isolates rear axle travel from pedaling input, making the Verb every bit as aggressive going up rocky trails as it is coming down them. The Verb Expert is made for the trail-riding trenches, not the covers of glossy enduro magazines, so it rushes in with abandon where flashy plastic bikes fear to tread.

The I-Drive suspension maintains chainstay length throughout travel. The rear axle orbits the bottom bracket in a steady arc through travel, letting the X-Fusion Pro RL shock’s tune dictate the suspension’s behavior while I-Drive preserves an independent, feedback-free pedal feel, so you can hammer away, even when rocky climbs are hammering back. The suspension’s no-nonsense simplicity is mirrored by the 6061-T6 aluminum chassis and durably reliable Shimano Deore build kit.

A trail-worthy full-suspension bike

4.7in of smooth I-Drive suspension

Moderate geometry balances climbing and descending

Shift confidently with Shimano’s workhorse Deore drivetrain

Lightweight aluminum construction blends strength and affordability

 

2017 GT Verb Expert Complete Mountain Bike

Frame Material:

6061-T6 Aluminum

Suspension:

Independent Drivetrain suspension system

Rear Shock:

X-Fusion 02 PRO RL Air

Rear Travel:

120mm

Fork:

RockShox Recon Silver RL Solo Air

Front Travel:

120mm

Headset:

1-1/8 – 1-1/2 in FSA Orbit C-40-B

Shifters:

Shimano Deore

Front Derailleur:

Shimano Deore

Rear Derailleur:

Shimano Deore Shadow Plus GS

Crankset:

38 / 24t Shimano Deore

Bottom Bracket:

Shimano

Cassette:

11 – 36t Shimano CS-HG50-10, 10-speed

Chain:

KMC X10

Brakeset:

Shimano M425

Brake Type:

hydraulic disc

Rotors:

180mm

Handlebar:

All Terra Riser, Butted

Handlebar Rise:

15mm

Handlebar Width:

760mm

Grips:

GT Statement

Stem:

All Terra 1-1/8″ Threadless 4-bolt

Stem Length:

60mm

Saddle:

WTB Silverado Sport

Seatpost:

All Terra Alloy Micro-Adjust

Seatpost Diameter:

31.6mm

Wheelset:

WTB STP i23, tubeless compatible

Hubs:

All Terra Alloy Disc, w/ Quick Release, Center Lock

Front Axle:

quick-release

Rear Axle:

quick-release

Tires:

Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance

Tire Size:

27.5 x 2.25in

Recommended Use:

trail

Manufacturer Warranty:

lifetime on frame

 

2017 GT Verb Expert Complete Mountain Bike

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