Ghost Kato 4.7 AL U 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
813$
Weight | 14 kg 
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
-
Groupset Deore, Acera -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
159cm - 170cm
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
171cm - 184cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
KATO AL
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCM RL 100 mm
Rear Shock
-
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore RD-M592 9-S
Front Derailleur
Shimano Acera FD-M3000
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG-200-9 11-34
Crank
Shimano FC-MT300-3 44-32-22
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-RM35 QR
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-RM35 QR
Rims
Rodi Excalibur XC 584x19 mm 32H
Tires
Continental X-King 27.5 x 2.2
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200 2/2 Piston 160 mm Disc
Cockpit
Stem
GHOST MTB Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
GHOST Low Rizer light 720 mm Rise 10 mm 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 | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.39 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 281 mm | 281 mm | 281 mm | 281 mm |
| Front Center | 657 mm | 667 mm | 687 mm | 706 mm |
| Rake | 286 mm | -16 mm | -657 mm | -1105 mm |
| Trail | 21 mm | -800 mm | 8286 mm | 2369 mm |
| Stack | 583 mm | 593 mm | 601 mm | 611 mm |
| Reach | 399 mm | 412 mm | 424 mm | 441 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 571 mm | 586 mm | 601 mm | 618 mm |
| Seat Tube Length | 690 mm | 690 mm | 690 mm | 690 mm |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Wheelbase | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 74 mm | 74 mm | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Standover Height | 381 mm | 421 mm | 461 mm | 501 mm |
| Front Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 159 cm | 165 cm | 171 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm |
About this model
Kato 4.7 AL U belongs to the Ghost Kato model. Ghost released 96 bikes variations 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 most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 360$. On the other hand, Ghost Kato FS 5.7 AL 2019, is the most expensive and costs 2335$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 742$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 156.74% smaller.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
The average weight for Crosscountry bikes is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Kato 4.7 AL U weighs 14 kg (30.86 lbs) and is considerably heavier than the average. In conclusion, the average Crosscountry bike weighs 12.9% less than Kato 4.7 AL U.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour XCM fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
The wheels on Kato 4.7 AL U are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized 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. Ghost Kato 4.7 AL U 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
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 151 cm – 184 cm (4.95 ft – 6.04 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.