Ghost KATO 4.9 AL U 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
802$
Weight | 14.1 kg 
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
-
Groupset Deore, Acera -
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
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-T3000
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG-200-9 11-36
Crank
Shimano FC-MT300 44-32-22
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-RM35 QR
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-RM35 QR
Rims
Rodi Excalibur XC 622x19 mm 32H
Tires
Schwalbe Rapid Rob 29 x 2.10
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT400 2/2 Piston 180 mm Disc
Cockpit
Stem
XLC MTB Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
XLC 720 mm Rise 15 mm Dia. 31.8 mm
Headset
14106
Seat
Saddle
DDK 2373A
Seatpost
GHOST SP-DC1 31.6 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.587 mm | 1.573 mm | 1.566 mm | 1.56 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 301 mm | 301 mm | 301 mm | 301 mm |
| Front Center | 652 mm | 667 mm | 682 mm | 692 mm |
| Rake | -61 mm | -655 mm | -1139 mm | -1240 mm |
| Trail | -947 mm | 11796 mm | 2218 mm | 1456 mm |
| Stack | 627 mm | 637 mm | 645 mm | 655 mm |
| Reach | 395 mm | 405 mm | 412 mm | 420 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 585 mm | 600 mm | 610 mm | 620 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm |
| Wheelbase | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Standover Height | 420 mm | 460 mm | 500 mm | 540 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
KATO 4.9 AL U is a Ghost Kato model. Ghost launched 96 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Ghost KATO R1.0 AL U 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 371$. Ghost Kato FS 3.7 AL U 2020 on the other hand costs 1698$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 742$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 156.74% lower.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Ghost KATO 4.9 AL U it’s weighing 14.1 kg (31.09 lbs). At this weight, is considerably heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 13.71% heavier than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
Ghost KATO 4.9 AL U 2020 bike is equipped with the SunTour XCM fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
The wheels on KATO 4.9 AL U are the 29″ aluminum type. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The KATO 4.9 AL U comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Ghost KATO 4.9 AL U bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.