Ghost KATO 1.6 AL 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
549$
Weight | 15.1 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCM HLO
-
Groupset Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
KATO AL
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour SF15 XCM HLO DS 100 mm
Rear Shock
-
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TX RD-TX800 8-S
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney FD-TY700-TS6
Cassette
Sunrace CSM400 12-32
Crank
Shimano FC-TY301 42-34-24
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-TX505 QR
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-TX505 QR
Rims
Rodi Excalibur XC 559x19 mm 32H
Tires
Mitas Ocelot 26 x 2.10
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200 2/2 Piston 160 mm Disc
Cockpit
Stem
XLC MTB Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
XLC 700 mm Rise 15 mm Dia. 31.8 mm
Headset
14106
Seat
Saddle
DDK 2373A
Seatpost
GHOST SP-DC1 31.6 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.474 mm | 1.481 mm | 1.469 mm | 1.434 mm | 1.477 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 269 mm | 269 mm | 269 mm | 269 mm | 269 mm |
| Front Center | 617 mm | 627 mm | 637 mm | 647 mm | 657 mm |
| Rake | 1113 mm | 781 mm | 168 mm | -128 mm | -1054 mm |
| Trail | 1309 mm | 706 mm | -197 mm | -1317 mm | 2327 mm |
| Stack | 575 mm | 585 mm | 595 mm | 595 mm | 613 mm |
| Reach | 390 mm | 395 mm | 405 mm | 415 mm | 415 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 560 mm | 570 mm | 580 mm | 595 mm | 603 mm |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm | 135 mm | 135 mm |
| Wheelbase | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Standover Height | 340 mm | 380 mm | 420 mm | 460 mm | 500 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
About this model
KATO 1.6 AL belongs to the Ghost Kato model. Ghost launched 96 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Ghost Kato bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Ghost KATO 2.0 AL U 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 371$. Ghost Kato FS 3.7 AL U 2020 on the other hand costs 1698$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, Ghost KATO 1.6 AL price was 509$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that KATO 1.6 AL price is 274.26% lower than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 15.1 kg (33.29 lbs), the KATO 1.6 AL model is much heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 21.77% heavier than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
KATO 1.6 AL components
Fork
The SunTour XCM HLO is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. 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.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the KATO 1.6 AL bike is equipped with the 26″ aluminum model. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Ghost KATO 1.6 AL is equipped with 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, you can ride your bike with confidence.