Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset XT, Shimano -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 160cm
SM
157cm - 167cm
MD
165cm - 176cm
LG
173cm - 185cm
XL
182cm - 192cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
KATO FS AL
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Recon Silver RL 130 mm
Rear Shock
Rock Shox Deluxe Select R 130 mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT RD-M8100 12-S
Cassette
Shimano Deore CS-M6100 10-51
Crank
Shimano FC-MT510 32T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB52 BSA
Chain
Shimano SLX CN-M7100
Pedals
VPE-506
Wheels
Rims
WTB ST i30
Tires
Front: WTB Ranger 2.3 Comp (S 27,5"; M-XL 29"), Rear: WTB Ranger 2.3 Comp (S 27,5"; M-XL 29")
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT500 180 mm Disc
Brake Levers
Shimano BL-MT501
Cockpit
Stem
Ground Fiftyone Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
Ground Fiftyone Dia. 31.8 mm 720mm (S) 740mm (M-L) 780mm (XL)
Grips
MTB Grip
Seat
Saddle
Selle Italia X-Base
Seatpost
Limotec Alpha 1 31.6 mm 125 (XS/S) M-XL 150 (M-XL)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.38 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.27 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 333 mm | 333 mm | 338 mm | 338 mm | 338 mm |
| Front Center | 716 mm | 752 mm | 783 mm | 820 mm | 857 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| Trail | 109 mm | 109 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm |
| Stack | 580 mm | 589 mm | 627 mm | 641 mm | 664 mm |
| Reach | 421 mm | 453 mm | 465 mm | 496 mm | 523 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 552 mm | 588 mm | 608 mm | 643 mm | 676 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77 ° | 77 ° | 77 ° | 77 ° | 77 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 385 mm | 395 mm | 415 mm | 435 mm | 465 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1147 mm | 1183 mm | 1233 mm | 1270 mm | 1307 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 22 mm | 22 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm |
| Standover Height | 700 | 702 mm | 717 mm | 728 mm | 746 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 157 cm | 165 cm | 173 cm | 182 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 160 cm | 167 cm | 176 cm | 185 cm | 192 cm |
Model Overview
Kato FS Universal is a Ghost Kato model. Ghost released 96 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Ghost Kato bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Ghost Kato 20 Pro 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 530$. Ghost Kato FS Universal 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 2335$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Ghost Kato FS Universal price was 2335$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 18.29% lower.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Recon Silver RL model. The travel on this model is 130mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The Kato FS Universal has a rear shock with a travel of 130mm. The model Rock Shox Deluxe Select R 130 mm is the one installed in this bike. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Kato FS Universal model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 151 cm – 192 cm (4.95 ft – 6.3 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
Ghost Kato FS Universal includes a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!