Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset GRX 400, GRX 600 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 165cm
SM
163cm - 173cm
MD
171cm - 181cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
187cm - 196cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ASKET AL
Suspension Fork
GHOST Carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano GRX RD-RX400 10-S
Front Derailleur
Shimano GRX FD-RX400
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG50-10 11-36
Crank
Shimano GRX FC-RX600 46-30T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BSA
Chain
KMC X10
Pedals
FPD NW-91K
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-RS470 12x100 mm
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-MT400 12x142 mm
Rims
WTB ST i25
Tires
Front: Maxxis Ravager Exo TR 40-622, Rear: Maxxis Ravager Exo TR 40-622
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano GRX BR-RX400 160 mm Disc
Brake Levers
Shimano GRX ST-RX400
Cockpit
Stem
Ghost Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
Gravel Bar RA120A 420 mm (XS) 440 mm (S) 460 mm (M) 480 mm (L) 500 mm (XL)
Grips
Fizik Tempo Bondcrush
Headset
Acros
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal SRX
Seatpost
GND 51 27.2 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.51 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 277 mm | 277 mm | 282 mm | 282 mm | 287 mm |
| Front Center | 619 mm | 646 mm | 666 mm | 694 mm | 717 mm |
| Rake | 56 mm | 56 mm | 55 mm | 56 mm | 55 mm |
| Trail | 71 mm | 69 mm | 68 mm | 65 mm | 64 mm |
| Stack | 551 mm | 580 mm | 605 mm | 634 mm | 659 mm |
| Reach | 366 mm | 385 mm | 400 mm | 420 mm | 437 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 528 mm | 556 mm | 579 mm | 608 mm | 632 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.8 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.6 ° | 73.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 mm | 450 mm | 485 mm | 525 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.8 ° | 70.1 ° | 70.4 ° | 70.7 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 130 mm | 160 mm | 190 mm | 220 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1042 mm | 1069 mm | 1091 mm | 1119 mm | 1143 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 71 mm | 71 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 61 mm |
| Standover Height | 673 mm | 703 mm | 743 mm | 773 mm | 813 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 165 cm | 173 cm | 181 cm | 189 cm | 196 cm |
About this model
Asket Essential is part of the Ghost Asket model. Ghost launched 11 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Ghost Asket 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1698$. Ghost Asket Advanced EQ 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 2547$.
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 Gravel bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Gravel bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2462$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Gravel bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2016$. In conclusion, this bike price is 22.12% lower than the price of the average Gravel bike.
Asket Essential components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Ghost Asket Essential 2023, has a 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Ghost Asket Essential is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Ghost Asket Essential bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 156 cm – 196 cm (5.12 ft – 6.43 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.