Ghost KATO 2.9 AL U 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
572$
Weight | 14.9 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
-
Groupset Acera, Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
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 AL
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour SF19 XCT30 100 mm
Rear Shock
-
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera RD-M360 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 622x19 mm 32H
Tires
Mitas Ocelot 29 x 2.10
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200 2/2 Piston 160 mm Disc
Cockpit
Stem
XLC MTB Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
XLC 720 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 | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.587 mm | 1.573 mm | 1.566 mm | 1.56 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 301 mm | 301 mm | 301 mm | 301 mm |
| Front Center | 652 mm | 667 mm | 682 mm | 692 mm |
| Rake | -61 mm | -655 mm | -1139 mm | -1240 mm |
| Trail | -947 mm | 11796 mm | 2218 mm | 1456 mm |
| Stack | 627 mm | 637 mm | 645 mm | 655 mm |
| Reach | 395 mm | 405 mm | 412 mm | 420 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 585 mm | 600 mm | 610 mm | 620 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm |
| Wheelbase | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Standover Height | 420 mm | 460 mm | 500 mm | 540 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
KATO 2.9 AL U is part of the Ghost Kato model. 96 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Ghost Kato bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
Ghost KATO 2.0 AL U 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 371$. Ghost Kato FS 3.7 AL U 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 1698$.
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
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Ghost released this model in 2020, its price was 530$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 259.43% lower.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 14.9 kg (32.85 lbs), the KATO 2.9 AL U model is much heavier than average. In other words, this model is 20.16% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour XCT fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Ghost KATO 2.9 AL U 2020, has a 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.