Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCM HLO
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Groupset Alivio, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
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
Kuma 29" aluminum with 1.1/8" headtube, BSA 68mm bottom bracket shell, 31.6mm seatpost diameter, low clamp 34.9mm bottom pull front derailleur mount, PM 160mm disc, lower mounting dropouts 9x135mm QR, ST w/o V-Brake studs
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCM HLO DS 27,5" 100mm, with HLO Hydraulic Lockout, 1.1/8" HT, alloy crown, coil spring w/preload adjust, steel 30mm stanchions, alloy lowers w/PM 160mm, 9mm QR
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio 9sp
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus 9sp
Cassette
Shimano Acera-9, 11-36T
Crank
Shimano Altus, 40/30/22T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano UN100
Chain
KMC HV900 9sp
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula CL-1420 for Center Lock, 32h 100mm OLD, loose balls, axle length 108mm, w/QR
Rear Hub
Formula CL-1422 for Center Lock, 32h, 135mm OLD, loose balls, axle length 145mm, w/QR
Tires
Kenda Small Block Eight 27,5x2.10
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M315 hydraulic disc with resin pad
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT10, 160mm front & rear, Center Lock, for resin pad only
Cockpit
Stem
Tec 3D forged alloy 6061, +/-7°, 1.1/8", diam. 31.8mm
Handlebar
Tec PG Alloy 6061, 700mm, 31.8mm, 15mm rise, 9° backsweep
Headset
FSA TH888
Seat
Saddle
Tec Rector, 140mm width, Steel rails, Pvc soft touch cover
Seatpost
Tec Aluminum, alloy head, 350mm length, 31.6mm diameter, 12mm seatback
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.518 mm | 1.473 mm | 1.405 mm | 1.357 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm |
| Stack | 586 mm | 595 mm | 600 mm | 605 mm |
| Reach | 386 mm | 404 mm | 427 mm | 446 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 560 mm | 580 mm | 605 mm | 625 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| 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
Kuma 27.2 belongs to the Bianchi Kuma model. 15 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Bianchi Kuma 27.2 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 750$. Bianchi Kuma 29.1 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 850$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Bianchi released this model in 2018, its price was 750$. In conclusion, this bike price is 154% lower than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Kuma 27.2 components
Fork
The Kuma 27.2 comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCM HLO fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels
The wheels on Kuma 27.2 are the 27.5″ type. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Bianchi Kuma 27.2 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Kuma 27.2 comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.