Viks GT Raw

The Viks GT Raw is a handmade Estonian bicycle from Velonia that fuses the aggressive GT frame silhouette with the exposed metallic finish that made the original Viks Raw a fan favorite.

The Concept

The Raw project began as a collaboration with London workshop Artisan Werks, showing off the naked structure of the Viks frame under a clear coat rather than hiding it under paint. When fans began asking for the same raw look on the sharper GT frame, Velonia delivered: the GT Raw was born by request, keeping the exposed steel finish while adopting the Italian-supercar-inspired angles of the Gran Turismo silhouette.

The Build

The simplest Viks framesets are built from around 60 separate pieces of steel, hand-bent and welded into shape. The GT frame was originally engineered around aluminium alloy, so switching to stainless steel for the Raw version required careful reworking. The result is a strong, rigid frame that keeps its metallic finish visible under a clear protective coat, showcasing every joint and weld as part of the design.

The Ride

The GT Raw is designed for real urban terrain. WTB Horizon tires give it real versatility across cobblestone, dirt, gravel, tarmac, and park roads without compromising ride quality. Their distinct volume required Velonia to adjust the frame clearances so the tires could sit properly. The result is a bike that keeps the aggressive GT stance while opening up to mixed surfaces most other city bikes cannot handle.

Specifications

• Builder: Viks by Velonia (Estonia)
• Frame type: GT (Gran Turismo)
• Frame material: Stainless steel, raw finish under clear coat
• Tires: WTB Horizon, all-surface urban
• Build: Made to order, extensive customization on drive and components
• Origin: Handmade in Estonia by Velonia

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