Ghost Violent Road Rage 5.8 LC 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
2,675$
Weight | 9.7 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ROAD RAGE LC
Suspension Fork
GHOST LC Rigid
Rear Shock
-
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105 RD-5800 11-S
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 FD-5800
Cassette
Shimano 105 CS-5800 11-32
Crank
Shimano 105 FC-RS500 46-36
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula CL-712 12 x 100 mm
Rear Hub
Formula RXC-142S 12x142 mm
Rims
WTB STp i23 700c 32H
Tires
WTB Riddler Comp 700x37c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-RS505 2/2 Piston 160 mm Disc
Cockpit
Stem
Ground Fiftyone Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
Ground Fiftyone Race WB 440 mm Dia. 31.8 mm
Headset
HS0004
Seat
Saddle
Selle Italia SL
Seatpost
Ground Fiftyone 31.6 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.46 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 294 mm | 294 mm | 296 mm | 296 mm | 296 mm |
| Front Center | 588 mm | 601 mm | 610 mm | 623 mm | 635 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 52 mm |
| Trail | 72 mm | 69 mm | 66 mm | 63 mm | 59 mm |
| Stack | 521 mm | 538 mm | 548 mm | 567 mm | 583 mm |
| Reach | 353 mm | 365 mm | 375 mm | 387 mm | 398 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 499 mm | 519 mm | 539 mm | 562 mm | 584 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 445 mm | 465 mm | 482.5 mm | 505 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 135 mm | 150 mm | 165 mm | 180 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 414 mm | 414 mm | 416 mm | 419 mm | 421 mm |
| Wheelbase | 996 mm | 1009 mm | 1021 mm | 1037 mm | 1051 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| Standover Height | 740 mm | 758 mm | 776 mm | 796 mm | 821 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
Violent Road Rage 5.8 LC is a Ghost Violent model. Ghost released 3 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Ghost Violent Road Rage 5.8 LC 2018 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2441$. Ghost Violent Road Rage 9.8 UC 2018 on the other hand costs 3928$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Gravel bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Gravel bike is 2462$. However, even though the average price of a Gravel bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Ghost released this model in 2018, its price was 2441$. In conclusion, this bike price is 0.86% lower than the price of the average Gravel bike.
Gravel bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Gravel bike is 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
much heavier than average, Violent Road Rage 5.8 LC has a weight of 9.7 kg (21.38 lbs). In other words, this model is 19.31% heavier than the average Gravel bike.
Violent Road Rage 5.8 LC components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Violent Road Rage 5.8 LC bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Violent Road Rage 5.8 LC comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Violent Road Rage 5.8 LC comes in 5 sizes, that range from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.