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🔍 How do I tell if I have a GTR Series 1 or GTR Series 2?Updated 9 days ago

We get this question a lot. Here’s how to quickly identify which GTR you have.

Both Series 1 and Series 2 come in Bamboo and Carbon variants, so look for the differences below.


🟤 GTR Bamboo

✅ Top of the deck (where you stand)

  • Series 1 Bamboo

    • No “GTR Bamboo” logo near the rear of the deck

  • Series 2 Bamboo

    • Has a “GTR Bamboo” emblem/logo near the back of the deck

If there’s no emblem, it’s a Series 1.


✅ Motor controller (underside of deck)

If you’re still unsure, check the motor controller:

  • Series 1 Bamboo

    • Smooth motor controller

    • No deep grooves

  • Series 2 Bamboo

    • Motor controller has deep cooling grooves

    • Very noticeable ribbed design


⚫ GTR Carbon

✅ Bottom of the deck

  • Series 1 Carbon

    • Large white “GTR” text across the bottom

  • Series 2 Carbon

    • Smaller “GTR Carbon” text

    • Black lettering

That visual difference alone usually makes it obvious.


⚙️ Motor difference (the easiest way)

If visuals are unclear, check the motors:

  • Series 1 (1500W motors)

    • Glossy finish

    • Smoother appearance

  • Series 2 (3000W motors)

    • Textured, rough finish

    • More industrial look

This is the most reliable identifier.


🏁 Quick summary

  • No rear Bamboo emblem = Series 1

  • Deep grooved motor controller = Series 2

  • Large white “GTR” bottom graphic = Series 1 Carbon

  • Small black “GTR Carbon” graphic = Series 2

  • Glossy motors = 1500W Series 1

  • Textured motors = 3000W Series 2

If you’re still unsure, send us a photo of:

  • The bottom of the board

  • The motor controller

  • One motor close-up

We’ll confirm it straight away.

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