2000 gt zr 1000
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2000 gt zr 1000
Hi, this bike is in very good condition. Is it worth $500? My research says it is somewhat rare and desirable, but I don't know to what extent. Thanks!
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Its worth $500 -- rare or desirable? Maybe to the right person , but to the general cycling populace, its just a harsh riding aluminum framed crit machine equipped with Ultegra
The GT name is popular with the BMX crowd so the bike might be worth a bit more to certain people because of that
The GT name is popular with the BMX crowd so the bike might be worth a bit more to certain people because of that
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Pretty nice bike. That blue and yellow was the color scheme associated with the brand. They were the LOTTO (Belgium) team bike sponsor at one point (very similiar bike at first, then they moved to titanium.) Z an R are the initials for "Zaskar Road". With ksyriums and that Reynolds fork, that bike probably rides very nicely. It's probably 7005 aluminum or something like it. Nice stuff. It IS from just after 2000 most likely. If "like new" and I wanted it, I'd probably try to get it for about $400.
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Pretty nice bike. That blue and yellow was the color scheme associated with the brand. They were the LOTTO (Belgium) team bike sponsor at one point (very similiar bike at first, then they moved to titanium.) Z an R are the initials for "Zaskar Road". With ksyriums and that Reynolds fork, that bike probably rides very nicely. It's probably 7005 aluminum or something like it. Nice stuff. It IS from just after 2000 most likely. If "like new" and I wanted it, I'd probably try to get it for about $400.
Bikepedia says the frame is Easton 6061 T-6 Elite... any thoughts on that?
I'll check it out today I think.
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I looked up the 6061, seems legit.
https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-m...-aluminum.html
https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-m...-aluminum.html
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Update: The bike was in 9/10 condition, and I was able to negotiate a decent price, so I bought it. I'm not sure it's for me.... haven't ridden drop bars for decades... but worth a try.
Also, the Ultegra RD must be a replacement. It's got DuraAce everywhere else.
I'll post pics at some point. Here's the bikepedia page. The colors are much more vivid than shown on bikepedia, as you can see above.
https://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/...spx?item=45985
Also, the Ultegra RD must be a replacement. It's got DuraAce everywhere else.
I'll post pics at some point. Here's the bikepedia page. The colors are much more vivid than shown on bikepedia, as you can see above.
https://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/...spx?item=45985
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Based on the wider range cassette the DA rd was likely changed out to Long cage Ultegra to alloy for the wider gear range. I would actually consider this a plus if everything works good since the DA race gearing was pretty steep. As for value if you got for less than $500 you did good.
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Update: The bike was in 9/10 condition, and I was able to negotiate a decent price, so I bought it. I'm not sure it's for me.... haven't ridden drop bars for decades... but worth a try.
Also, the Ultegra RD must be a replacement. It's got DuraAce everywhere else.
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Also, the Ultegra RD must be a replacement. It's got DuraAce everywhere else.
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There are things you can do to manipulate the cockpit to be more user friendly --- swap the stem for a shorter one and install a set of riser bars like the Specialized Hovers , along with a zero offset seatpost and everything will be a little more leisurely
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Based on the wider range cassette the DA rd was likely changed out to Long cage Ultegra to alloy for the wider gear range. I would actually consider this a plus if everything works good since the DA race gearing was pretty steep. As for value if you got for less than $500 you did good.
Dura Ace everywhere ? -- Sounds like a great score !
There are things you can do to manipulate the cockpit to be more user friendly --- swap the stem for a shorter one and install a set of riser bars like the Specialized Hovers , along with a zero offset seatpost and everything will be a little more leisurely
There are things you can do to manipulate the cockpit to be more user friendly --- swap the stem for a shorter one and install a set of riser bars like the Specialized Hovers , along with a zero offset seatpost and everything will be a little more leisurely
Here are some pics exactly as bought. The most worn part is the cranks, just some scuffing. I can barley see the DuraAce, but it's there . I think I might tone down the bottle cages! Anyway, since I live in San Diego, with those colors the bile has been christened The Charger.
The Charger
Ping pong paddles... I believe that's a good thing?
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For sizing fit maybe try flipping the stem to the down racing position.for this style frame the stem bars should be slightly lower than the seat.
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I did get a shorter stem that will bring the bars closer and also lower them a bit even in the upward position.
Before I install the new stem, I note that the tube is "bare" below the stem on the current attachment... see picture. Should there be some spacers there? Or is it ok as-is?
Any other tips for changing out the stem? It looks simple enough, but I know there's always something.....
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Current stem - note the "bare" tube below the stem attachment
New stem
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Yes there should be spacers covering the full gap other wise there wont be any tension on the headset. Not for adjusting just right height spacers can be placed on the top or bottom of the stem but there needs to be enough to allow for tension on the stem cap bolt.
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