View Full Version : GT DH-I 2004, What do you think?
horsey
18-11-2003, 01:19 PM
I am thinking of buying a 2004 model GT DH-I.
It comes with fox pro pedal rear shock, 888R forks, full XTR, MRP Guide, WTB rims and tyres and synchros bars and seat post. What do you guys reckon. Are these bikes any good?
It retails for about $6600. Should I buy it?
horsey
18-11-2003, 04:03 PM
here is a picture...
http://productcatalog.gtmountainbikes.com/catalog/intbikes.php?id=118
bighitter
18-11-2003, 04:35 PM
Gt's are sweet bikes, and it's specced realy well.
You cant go wrong with full xtr, the new 888R forks feel so damn nice, mrp, hayes are all sweet aswell.
No idea what syncros are like but, change the stem and bars.
Commander Dilsnikk
18-11-2003, 04:36 PM
i belive shmity once said:
"i-drives make me jizz repeatedly in my panyloons"
although this may not help :wink:
i cannot speak for durability, etc. but i am definitely a fan of the geometrically based anti-bob...
then again i have never ridden one so i cannot tell if you if it actually works or is better than an SPV shock so i may be pulling nuggets out for the proverbial prosterior...
SpectRe
18-11-2003, 04:40 PM
It would go sick, awesome spec, proven design - my only gripe is the paint scheme :)
MrPlow
18-11-2003, 04:53 PM
IMO GT have fallen behind in the last few years and the DH I drive look a bit Kmart plastered in all that graphics. IMO tho... And it seems to be lacking the biggest revalation in current F/s technology... 5th element or similar shock...
My god, that is one hell of a awful colour scheme isnt it. YUK!
MUNGUS
18-11-2003, 05:54 PM
yeah they work fairly well but don't take big hits as well as a giant or something. the paint scheme this year is pretty bad as well but they aren't a bad bike.
IMO tho... And it seems to be lacking the biggest revalation in current F/s technology... 5th element or similar shock...
Fox's Pro Pedal is there snap at 5th technology. Ive heard it works just aswell if not better .. and is less of a fiddle.
shmity
18-11-2003, 06:30 PM
the nature of the i-drive suspension set up means it doesn't need to rely on a 5th to have a reasonably good peddling action, whilst still having a fully active rear end.
scotty beefs
18-11-2003, 07:09 PM
does the nature of the i-drive suspension acount for running your chain underneath the bottom roller of the MRP guide....? (chk photo) Not to mention it looks like its running some funky offcentre rear cassette technology and a seat post you are gunna have to cut the instant you buy it...That raises some questions about who is doing what over there at GT...
Going by reputation tho it should be a sweet ride...
$6600? And here I was thinking it went for $8000ish? Man, that's an alright price, I might think about one myself...
Daver
18-11-2003, 07:54 PM
best parts out there... shitty colours though... it occured to me that i'd like to use one for the parts to build up a v10... mmm old school XTR cranks and mrp... SEX
MrPlow
18-11-2003, 08:14 PM
the nature of the i-drive suspension set up means it doesn't need to rely on a 5th to have a reasonably good peddling action, whilst still having a fully active rear end.
I don't know about that? The I drive eliminates suspension backlash on the chain and vice versa but it still doesn't eliminate the big baddy of suspended bikes that is our friend Bob.. Pedal Bob. Sorry I didn't read the specs on the and see the pro pedal. Sounds like a bargain buy, Sansblast a brand new Gt and paint it Matt Black!! Sex 8)
creepyjoe
18-11-2003, 08:43 PM
Probably won't work very well with only one crank, like in the photo. You may need to purchase a second crank before you use it.
lindsay
19-11-2003, 01:24 PM
Well seing as i have ridden an dhi i can safely say that they pedal as well as any bike running a 5th. Along with awesome geometry they are a great buy.
However i too are a bit unsure about reliability issues.
fastrider gus
19-11-2003, 01:28 PM
If it rides anything like the '03 one (which it most likely will, if not better) then it should farkin RULE! i love them... they dont make a noise. smooth, silent, and plush... speed demon.
GTBoy
19-11-2003, 04:09 PM
I have the 03 DHi and i love it, and far as i know the 04 frame is pretty much the same, but it looks as though they are trying to make it look a bir beefier with the 888 up front. IMO the DHi pedels better than ever other DH bike i have used, and if the are adding a Fox Pro Pedel rear shock it can only get better.
Now if only Stikman would come on farkin.
he could answer all your GT questions.
Ill email him.
But he doesnt respond to small times like me. :(
farkin gunna roll .. stiksandstones.com muahaha.
WORD
BlackFire
27-11-2003, 10:30 PM
The bike's got a reputation of a ford Pinto
they ALL break. A mate cracked 2 rear triangles in 10 days.....
I heard other riders cracking theirs up to 4 times in one season. No Bull.
Fox Propedal is a band-aid on a wooden leg. They just changed the shims a bit to the latest fashion. That's it.
but apparently it rides like a bastard set on fire. up to you
the nature of the i-drive suspension set up means it doesn't need to rely on a 5th to have a reasonably good peddling action, whilst still having a fully active rear end.
Yeah, the i-Drive system allows for a moderate amount of chain extension that allows it to pedal DAMN well - as close to bobless as you will find without a bandaid shock.
I'm riding an 03 dhi race and have tried a 5th element shock in it. The only improvement was the tuneability but it did not make a huge difference to the suspension performance. DHI's pedal well over aneything regardless of the shock. You won't regret getting one.
lupine128
27-11-2003, 11:24 PM
i did hear that a lot of '02 and '03 rear triangles broke. supposedly fixed in preproduction for '04 tho.
also know that all broken rears were replaced by warranty, in many cases overnite, so not the problem it could be.
$6600? And here I was thinking it went for $8000ish? Man, that's an alright price, I might think about one myself...
The 03 ones went for about $8900.. ouch.
Yeh, $9k was a bit steep, but the upgrade for 04 with a price drop as well is more than welcome!
horsey
28-11-2003, 01:28 PM
Yeah the retail price for 2004 is $6599. Massive price drop, still an awesome bike! Don't know about the durability of the XTR stuff on a DH bike though.
Regarding the rear triangles the old US made dhi frames did have probs the 02 GT bikesdid not come to OZ and the 03 bikes are greatly improved and I have not heard any bad reports on them breaking.
whywalkwhenucanroll
01-12-2003, 11:10 PM
i ahve no idea about strength but its got one hell of a pedling record, saw a chick ridin up the road on a crosscountry i-drive, i couldnt see the thing bounce 1 bit. I does come with 1 awsome component package tho and at $6600! bargin.
i ahve no idea about strength but its got one hell of a pedling record, saw a chick ridin up the road on a crosscountry i-drive, i couldnt see the thing bounce 1 bit. I does come with 1 awsome component package tho and at $6600! bargin.
"The thing".... meaning the bike? Or the other... thing... :idea:
whywalkwhenucanroll
02-12-2003, 08:03 AM
wot do u think?
Žider
02-12-2003, 08:37 AM
hey make sure you cut down that seat pole its way too long!!
hahah, now there's a good way to detect pedal bob... via breast jiggle factor.
i reacon they look awesome and cant wait for mine to arrive in the next week or two.
pitty i just broke my collar bone :shock:
Acadian
03-12-2003, 07:20 AM
i reacon they look awesome and cant wait for mine to arrive in the next week or two.
pitty i just broke my collar bone :shock:
sorry to hear...get well soon!!
toodles
03-12-2003, 07:31 AM
No idea what syncros are like but, change the stem and bars.
Synchros make some of the best components I've ever seen on a MTB. I can't speak of their new gear (I actually thought they'd shut down) but if it's anything like their old cranks and stems it should be very sweet gear.
Acadian
03-12-2003, 07:40 AM
No idea what syncros are like but, change the stem and bars.
Synchros make some of the best components I've ever seen on a MTB. I can't speak of their new gear (I actually thought they'd shut down) but if it's anything like their old cranks and stems it should be very sweet gear.
they had shut down...but now they are back!! 8)
Mommers
03-12-2003, 08:35 AM
matty_2003 has a i drive GT and it is unreal!
its a 2001 model and thats using syncros bars etc etc.
i reacon they look awesome and cant wait for mine to arrive in the next week or two.
pitty i just broke my collar bone :shock:
sorry to hear...get well soon!!yea, thats me on DH race aswell..
i think ill change my bars to raceface or azonic, not sure about syncros, ill give them a shot and see, dont wanna be uncomfortable on your bike otherwise you wont go fast
Lucky
11-12-2003, 01:44 PM
Horsey,
The 2004 GT DHi is a full sick bike that i totally recommend to you. I reckon this is an excellent bike that is very well priced with an awesome spec.
You should definitley buy one! :twisted:
scottie2069
12-12-2003, 01:09 PM
I have an 03 DHI and all i can say is buy the 04. no questions asked.
jonnyboy
12-12-2003, 03:19 PM
The I-drive system works so well with a standard fox shock that i dont think it really needs the 5th in it. I have been riding a 222 which is supposed to be a real light and fast pedalling bike but the dhi is so much faster. when u pedal it feels like a hardtail not like any other downhill bike. They are cheap but they are not a super active ride tho unless u run a super soft set up. :D
they arent the strongest either.... I cracked front and back once each
smooth
13-12-2003, 02:55 PM
havnt seen or heard bout the 04 mod but iv had a spin on an older mod and it was pretty schmick.the whole i-drive is a real smart peice of work that actually works. the price seems pretty good also
finny_447
17-12-2003, 01:31 AM
buy it
well i got mine last saturday and im in love, its the nicest bike, pedals so well with the i-drive/fox pro pedal team, EVERYTHING is top of the line, i swapped the tyres for supertackey high rollers and i have egg beater mallet C pedals coming
mmmm heres pics of mine
http://www.vorb.org.nz/modules/Forums/files/93_1073019821.jpg
http://www.vorb.org.nz/modules/Forums/files/93_1073019879.jpg
http://www.vorb.org.nz/modules/Forums/files/93_1073020096.jpg
http://www.vorb.org.nz/modules/Forums/files/93_1073020183.jpg
Acadian
02-01-2004, 10:27 PM
well i got mine last saturday and im in love, its the nicest bike, pedals so well with the i-drive/fox pro pedal team, EVERYTHING is top of the line, i swapped the tyres for supertackey high rollers and i have egg beater mallet C pedals coming
mmmm heres pics of mine
nice mate...if it was my bike, I would definitely get the 7" conversion for the 888 to lower the front end!
With the decals, the paintjob doesn't look that bad! Man I can't wait to see what proto DH bike Brian is going to be riding this year...I hope the I-Drive 2 technology makes it on the DH bike.
matty_2004
02-01-2004, 10:40 PM
Extremely nice...how much was it all up?
Dhfactory
05-01-2004, 06:44 AM
I don't like it.
-Sean
lotec
05-01-2004, 06:51 AM
its cool they work well etc MAD parts pec i jus dont like the LOOK of them all the round tubing just not used to it but thats a MAD bike man
looks exteamly nice man !!
i want one !!
there only $6600 RRP arent they??
Fatman
06-01-2004, 04:47 PM
I've had my DHi for over a year and the thing farkin rocks, no need for fancy valving and spv chicanery, It hammers. As for durability, I weigh 100kg and havent had a drama, only a heavier spring needed. I just got some 04 World Cup Boxxers for her too. Lovin it. Pissed at GT for dropping the price so far after I payed a shitload for mine.
I don't like it.
-Seanthats nice, i love it
-kieran
cant say what i payed. sponsorship.......
but they retail at 9k in NZ
Lucky
12-02-2004, 11:27 AM
At last the 04 GT DH-I's are finally supposed to arrive at last in two weeks finally, at last, finally.
Finally.
cam-o
12-02-2004, 11:39 AM
Geez Lucky. You wouldn't be waiting on one would you?
Hey Kiwi, if yours was a sponsorship deal I'm guessing you need an avatar update hombre.
Geez Lucky. You wouldn't be waiting on one would you?
Hey Kiwi, if yours was a sponsorship deal I'm guessing you need an avatar update hombre.good point! and yes.
Lucky
23-02-2004, 03:34 PM
Well they have been delayed again, now the GT DHi's are expected to be in mid March. Only upside to this (perhaps) is that cause GT have had so much time waiting for the chainguide to be made, the R&D dudes had time to redesign the back end of the bike. It is supposed to be much beefier than last years model and is essentially the 2005 model. Lets hope these bikes are worth the wait.
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