Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Tourney, microSHIFT -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
TIG-Welded Hi-Tensile Steel w/Carrier Bosses
Suspension Fork
High Tensile Straight Blades
Rear Shock
n/a
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-TX800
Front Derailleur
n/a
Shift Levers
MicroShift TS71-8 Trigger
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200-8, 12-32T, 8-Speed
Crank
Aluminum Forged, 3-pc, 44T w/Aluminum Double Guard, 170mm
Bottom Bracket
FSA Cartridge Bearing
Chain
KMC Z8.3
Pedals
Resin Platform w/Boron Axle
Wheels
Front Hub
Aluminum QR
Rear Hub
Aluminum QR, Cassette, Cassette
Rims
Deep Dish Aluminum, Double Wall, 700x32H
Spokes
14G Stainless Black, 32x32
Tires
Kenda Kwest, 700 x 28c
Brakes
Brakes
Aluminum Dual Pivot, Long Reach
Brake Levers
Aluminum 2 Finger
Cockpit
Stem
Aluminum Threadless 4-bolt, 15 Degree, S: 70mm, M-L:80mm, XL: 90mm
Handlebar
Aluminum 20mm Rise, 600mm, 10 Degree
Grips
Q2 Lock-On
Headset
Threadless 1-1/8”
Seat
Saddle
KHS Road Padded
Seatpost
Aluminum Micro-Adjust, 26.0mm
About this model
URBAN SOUL 8 is part of the Khs Urban model. KHS launched 81 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Khs Urban bikes models from 2021, here.
Model range prices
KHS URBAN SOUL 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 399$. On the other hand, KHS URBAN XPRESS DISC 2021, is the most expensive and costs 789$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
General Urban bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid General Urban bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 499$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great General Urban bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 459$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that URBAN SOUL 8 price is 8.71% smaller than the average cost of a General Urban bike.
URBAN SOUL 8 components
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the URBAN SOUL 8 model has 700c aluminum wheels. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. KHS URBAN SOUL 8 has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
KHS URBAN SOUL 8 2021 is available in one size only. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.