Ghost RIOT Trail Essential 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,981$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork Fox Rhythm Float 34
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Groupset XT, Shimano -
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 FC-MT510 32T
Wheels
Front Hub
Fastace DF813 15x110 mm
Rear Hub
Fastace DR2116B 12x148 mm
Rims
Rodi Tryp 30 584x30 (S) 622x30 (M-XL) mm 32H
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 780/15 (S-L) 780/40 (XL)
Headset
Acros AZX-203
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Limotec 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. There are 37 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Ghost Riot bikes models from 2021, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Ghost RIOT Trail Essential 2021 has a starting price of 2760$. Ghost RIOT Trail Full Party 2021 on the other hand is the most expensive at 3928$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 2760$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that RIOT Trail Essential price is 0.07% lower.
RIOT Trail Essential components
Fork
This bike has the Fox Rhythm Float 34 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 140mm. 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 RIOT Trail Essential bike has the Fox Float DPS Performance LV EVOL 140 mm model installed, and has a travel of 140mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
The RIOT Trail Essential 2021 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Ghost RIOT Trail Essential has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.