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 XCM HLO
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Groupset X4, Suntour SR -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
27.5”/29” Hardtail 6061 Aluminum, Custom Drawn Tubing, IS Disc Brake Mount, Replaceable Hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCM HLO DS 27.5”/29”, 100mm Travel, Hydraulic Lock-Out
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
SRAM X4 Trigger, 24 Speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-820 11-32T
Crank
SR Suntour XCC, 22/32/42T
Chain
KMC Z71
Wheels
Front Hub
Crucial Alloy Disc w/ QR
Rear Hub
Crucial Alloy Disc Cassette w/ QR
Rims
Alex TD-26, 27.5”/29” Double Wall
Spokes
Stainless 14G Black w/ 2 Painted At P/V
Tires
Kenda Small Black-8, 27.5”/29”x 2.1”, P/V, Wire 3O TPI
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Novella Disc 180mm Rotor
Brake Levers
Tektro Alloy 2 Finger
Cockpit
Stem
Crucial Forged Aluminum Four Bolt Clamp, 31.8mm Bar Bore
Handlebar
Crucial Aluminum Flat, 9 Deg Sweep, 680mm Length, 31.8mm Bar Bore
Grips
Velo Dual Compound Single Clamp Silver
Headset
VP- Z104PE Semi Cartridge 1-1/8”
Seat
Saddle
Crucial/Velo Padded MTB
Seatpost
Crucial Alloy Micro Adjust 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LRG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 319 mm | 319 mm | 319 mm | 319 mm |
| Front Center | 637 mm | 662 mm | 687 mm | 708 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 567 mm | 592 mm | 617 mm | 637 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 430 mm | 480 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1073 mm | 1098 mm | 1123 mm | 1144 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Brass Monkey 1 – 29 is part of the K2 Brass model. K2 launched 12 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all K2 Brass bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
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Brass Monkey 1 – 29 components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour XCM HLO fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
As for the wheels, K2 Brass Monkey 1 – 29 2015, has a 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Brass Monkey 1 – 29 has Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.