Vintage Suntour GT Rear Derailleur with Hanger Claw – Japan Made Long Cage
Original Suntour GT rear derailleur with accompanying hanger claw, correct for vintage Japanese and European bikes from the late 1970s–1980s. This derailleur is stamped Suntour GT on the outer plate and shows Made in Japan / Maeda Industries Ltd. on the inner cage piece, confirming authentic period production.
This unit includes the derailleur body, long cage pulleys, and the threaded hanger mounting claw—ready for period-correct replacement or restoration builds where authentic Shimano/Suntour road shifting is desired. Great for vintage touring, randonneur, or early STI-configured bikes that use a hanger mount.
Sold as shown in photos.
Brand: Suntour
Model: GT (stamped “Suntour GT”)
Mount: Hanger claw style (claw included)
Cage Type: Long cage derailleur
Pulley Wheels: As shown
Country of Manufacture: Japan (marked “Made in Japan / Maeda Industries Ltd.”)
Application: Vintage road/touring/cruising bikes with derailleur hanger mount
Used vintage condition.
Chrome and plating show wear consistent with age
Surface scratches, light oxidation, and patina present
Pulleys and cage intact
Hanger claw, screws, and adjustment hardware present
No obvious broken parts; functional overhaul recommended before regular riding
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Suntour’s GT derailleurs represent a practical, historically accurate shifting option for bikes from the golden era of Japanese component dominance. With genuine Suntour GT markings and authentic Japanese manufacturing details, this derailleur is ideal for collectors, restorers, or riders building period-correct bicycles where originality matters.
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