Ghost Kato 3.9 AL U 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
687$
Weight | 14.7 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 RST
-
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
RST Blaze RL 100 mm
Rear Shock
-
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera RD-M360 8-S
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney FD-TY700-TS6
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG-200-8 12-32
Crank
Shimano FC-TY501 42-34-24
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-RM35 QR
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-RM35 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
GHOST MTB Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
GHOST Low Rizer MTB 720 mm Rise 10 mm Dia. 31.8 mm
Headset
14106
Seat
Saddle
Selle Italia X-Base
Seatpost
GHOST Light DC 1 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 |
| Front Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 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 |
About this model
Kato 3.9 AL U completes the Ghost Kato model. Ghost launched 96 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Ghost Kato bikes models from 2019, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Ghost Kato 2.0 AL U 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 360$. Ghost Kato FS 5.7 AL 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 2335$.
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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Ghost released this model in 2019, its price was 636$. In conclusion, this bike price is 199.53% lower than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Kato 3.9 AL U weighs 14.7 kg (32.41 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 18.55% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
Kato 3.9 AL U components
Fork
The RST is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Ghost Kato 3.9 AL U 2019, has a 29″ aluminum model. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Ghost Kato 3.9 AL U is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Ghost Kato 3.9 AL U bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.