Ghost Riot Trail Essential 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,440$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork Fox Rhythm Float 34
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Groupset XT, SLX -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
RIOT AL
Suspension Fork
Fox 34 Float Rhythm 140 mm
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS Performance LV EVOL 140 mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT RD-M8100 12-S
Cassette
Shimano SLX CS-M7100 10-51
Crank
Shimano SLX FC-M7100 32T
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-MT400-B 15x110 mm
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-MT510-B 12x148 mm
Rims
WTB ST Light i30
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 3C MaxxTerra Exo 2.3
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT520 180 mm Disc
Cockpit
Stem
Ground Fiftyone Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
Ground Fiftyone Dia. 31.8 mm 760/15 (S) 780/15 (M-L) 780/40 (XL)
Headset
Acros Blocklock 135° AZX-582
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Ghost Alpha 1 34.9 mm 125 (S) 150 (M) 170 (L/XL)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Riot Trail Essential belongs to the Ghost Riot model. Ghost released 37 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Ghost Riot bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
Ghost Riot Trail 2022 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2653$. Ghost Riot EN Full Party 2022 is the most expensive one and costs 4458$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Trail bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Ghost Riot Trail Essential price was 3184$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that Riot Trail Essential price is 15.28% more expensive.
Riot Trail Essential components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Fox Rhythm Float 34 model. The travel on this model is 140mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
The Riot Trail Essential has a rear shock with a travel of 140mm. The model Fox Float DPS Performance LV EVOL 140 mm is the one installed in this bike. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels size
The Riot Trail Essential 2022 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Ghost Riot Trail Essential is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Riot Trail Essential comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Riot Trail Essential. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.