Ghost KATO FS Essential 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,605$
Weight | 15.1 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork SunTour XCR 34
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Groupset GX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo -
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
KATO FS AL
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCR34 AIR 120 mm
Rear Shock
SR Sountour RS20 Raidon LO 120 mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle 12-S
Cassette
SRAM PG-1230 11-50
Crank
SRAM Stylo 6K 32T
Wheels
Front Hub
Fastace DA210-F 15x110 mm
Rear Hub
Fastace DA619 QR 135 mm
Rims
Rodi Tryp 25 - 584x25 mm 32H
Tires
WTB Ranger 27.5x2.3
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT401 180 mm Disc
Cockpit
Stem
GHOST MTB Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
GHOST Low Rizer MTB 760 mm Rise 15 mm Dia. 31.8 mm
Headset
16012
Seat
Saddle
DDK D2373A
Seatpost
Limotec Alpha 1 31.6 mm S/M: 125 mm L/XL: 150 mm
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
KATO FS Essential is part of the Ghost Kato model. Ghost released 96 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Ghost Kato bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Ghost KATO Essential 20″ 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 424$. On the other hand, Ghost KATO FS Universal 2021, is the most expensive and costs 1804$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Trail bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Ghost KATO FS Essential price was 1485$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that KATO FS Essential price is 85.99% smaller than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
Trail bikes weigh an average of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
KATO FS Essential weighs 15.1 kg (33.29 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In short, the average Trail bike weight is 16.33% lower than this one.
KATO FS Essential components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour XCR 34 model. The travel on this model is 120mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
Ghost KATO FS Essential bike has the SR Sountour RS20 Raidon LO 120 mm model installed, and has a travel of 120mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Ghost KATO FS Essential 2021, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The KATO FS Essential has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Ghost KATO FS Essential bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.