Niner RLT 9 STEEL – 5-STAR SHIMANO GRX 800 1X 2021
2021 Road
Estimate price |
4,900$
Weight | 9.25 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset GRX 800, Easton -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
REYNOLDS 853 STEEL; EXTERNAL CABLE ROUTING; INTEGRATED BOTTLE, BAG, RACK AND FENDER MOUNTS; FLAT MOUNT; 12X142 THRU AXLE
Suspension Fork
NINER RDO FULL CARBON; INTEGRATED BOTTLE, BAG, RACK AND FENDER MOUNTS; INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING; FLAT MOUNT; 12X100 THRU AXLE
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO GRX800 GS 11SP SHADOW PLUS
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SHIMANO GRX800 11SP
Cassette
SHIMANO XT M8000 11SP 11-42T
Crank
EASTON EC90 CARBON, 40T
Bottom Bracket
68MM PF30 BB SHELL (ADAPTORS REQUIRED FOR BSA TYPE BBs)
Chain
SHIMANO HG 601 11SP
Wheels
Rims
12x142mm
Tires
SCHWALBE G-ONE ALLROUND EVO SUPER TERRAIN TLE ADDIX SPEEDGRIP, 700 X 45
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO GRX800
Brake Levers
SHIMANO GRX800
Disk Rotors
SHIMANO RT800 160/160MM CL ROTORS
Cockpit
Stem
NINER RDO
Handlebar
EASTON EA50 AX
Grips
NINER BAR TAPE
Headset
NINER INTERNAL ZS SHIS DESCRIPTION ZS44/28.6|ZS56/40
Seat
Saddle
NINER CUSTOM WITH CRN-TI RAILS, EMBOSSED NINER GRAPHIC
Seatpost
NINER RDO CARBON, 400MM
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 47cm | 50cm | 53cm | 56cm | 5 9cm | 62cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
RLT 9 STEEL – 5-STAR SHIMANO GRX 800 1X is a Niner Rlt model. There are 122 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Niner Rlt bikes models from 2021, here.
Model range prices
Niner RLT 9 – 2-STAR SRAM APEX 1 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2350$. On the other hand, Niner RLT 9 RDO – 5-STAR SRAM FORCE AXS 1X LTD 2021, is the most expensive and costs 6100$.
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.
Gravel bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Gravel bike you should know that the average price is 2462$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Gravel bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, Niner RLT 9 STEEL – 5-STAR SHIMANO GRX 800 1X price was 4900$. Comparing this to the average Gravel bike price, we see that the price is 99.03% more expensive.
Gravel bikes average weight
The average weight for Gravel bikes is 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 9.25 kg (20.39 lbs), the RLT 9 STEEL – 5-STAR SHIMANO GRX 800 1X model is considerably heavier than average. In short, the average Gravel bike weight is 13.78% lower than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
The RLT 9 STEEL – 5-STAR SHIMANO GRX 800 1X 2021 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The RLT 9 STEEL – 5-STAR SHIMANO GRX 800 1X has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.