1990 Giant ATX-780 MTB Bike Small 16" Hardtail Rigid Steel Deore XT Commuter VTG
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About this product
The 1990 Giant ATX-780 is a small (16-inch) hardtail MTB bike with a rigid steel frame. It's equipped with a 21-speed Shimano Deore XT drivetrain (3x7 gears) and trigger shifters. Braking is managed by cantilever brakes, and it rolls on 26-inch clincher tires with a flat handlebar. Designed for men, this black bike includes an adjustable seat and bottle cage, weighing 40 lbs. It is a non-vintage model despite its 1990 model year.
Our take
This 1990 Giant ATX-780 offers a rugged, straightforward hardtail experience. The steel frame ensures durability, though it contributes to the 40 lb weight. The 21-speed Deore XT setup is a highlight, providing reliable and precise shifting through trigger shifters, which was a good component choice for its time. Cantilever brakes are effective and common for mountain bikes of this era. While it's a rigid bike with no suspension, its smaller frame size makes it nimble. It's a solid, no-nonsense commuter or light trail bike, especially for those who appreciate classic MTB geometry and components.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Quality Shimano Deore XT components
- 21 speeds with trigger shifters
- Durable steel frame
- Includes adjustable seat and bottle cage
- Cantilever brake type
Cons
- Heavy 40 lb item weight
- No suspension
- 26-inch wheel size
Specifications
- Handlebar Type Flat Bar
- Wheel Size 26 in
- Number of Gears 3 x 7
- Bike Type Hardtail Bike
- Color Black
- Tire Type Clincher Tires
Show all 23 specifications
- Material
- Steel
- Item Length
- 40 in
- Number of Speeds
- 21 Speed
- Vintage
- No
- Brand
- Giant
- Department
- Men
- Model Year
- 1990
- Brake Type
- Cantilever Brake
- Item Height
- 32 in
- Suspension Type
- No Suspension
- Model
- ATX-780
- Shifter Style
- Trigger Shifter
- Features
- Adjustable Seat, Bottle Cage
- Gear Change Mechanism
- Derailleur Gears
- Item Width
- 12 in
- Item Weight
- 40 Ib
- Frame Size
- Small
