Ghost KATO 5.9 AL U 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
916$
Weight | 14.3 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 XCR Air
-
Groupset Deore, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
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 SF14 XCR Air RLR DS 100 mm
Rear Shock
-
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore RD-M6000 Shadow Plus 10-S
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore FD-M6025-L
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG500-10 11-42
Crank
Shimano FC-MT500 36-26
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-MT200 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 |
About this model
KATO 5.9 AL U is part of the Ghost Kato model. Ghost launched 96 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Ghost Kato bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Ghost KATO 2.0 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
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Ghost released this model in 2020, its price was 848$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 124.65% lower.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
KATO 5.9 AL U weighs 14.3 kg (31.53 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 15.32% heavier than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
Ghost KATO 5.9 AL U 2020 bike is equipped with the SunTour XCR Air fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Ghost KATO 5.9 AL U 2020, has a 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The KATO 5.9 AL U has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
KATO 5.9 AL U comes in 4 sizes, that range from 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.