Ghost LECTOR Essential 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,907$
Weight | 11.1 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset GX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
LECTOR LC
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Reba RL Oneloc 100 mm (XS-M) 120 mm (L-XL)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle 12-S
Cassette
SRAM PG-1230 11-50
Crank
Truvativ Stylo 6K 32T
Wheels
Rims
Rodi Wheelset 15 x 110 mm
Tires
Maxxis Ikon 3C MaxxSpeed 29 x 2.2
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Level TL 2/2 Piston 180 / 160 mm Disc
Cockpit
Stem
Ground Fiftyone Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
Ground Fiftyone flat bar Dia. 31.8 mm 700 mm (XS) 720 mm (S) 740 mm (M-L) 760 mm (XL)
Seat
Saddle
Selle Italia SLR Adjustable
Seatpost
Ground Fiftyone Carbon 34.9 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.28 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 301 mm | 301 mm | 301 mm | 301 mm | 301 mm |
| Front Center | 679 mm | 713 mm | 748 mm | 785 mm | 820 mm |
| Rake | 294 mm | -99 mm | -524 mm | -1049 mm | -1403 mm |
| Trail | 11 mm | -1318 mm | -183420000 mm | 3285 mm | 2146 mm |
| Stack | 589 mm | 589 mm | 589 mm | 626 mm | 654 mm |
| Reach | 398 mm | 432 mm | 467 mm | 487 mm | 511 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 573 mm | 608 mm | 643 mm | 673.5 mm | 706 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° | 60 ° | 60 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 680 mm | 680 mm | 680 mm | 680 mm | 680 mm |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm | 110 mm | 140 mm |
| Wheelbase | 421 mm | 421 mm | 421 mm | 421 mm | 421 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Standover Height | 384 mm | 408 mm | 432 mm | 456 mm | 480 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
LECTOR Essential belongs to the Ghost Lector model. 59 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Ghost LECTOR 1.6 LC U 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1592$. Ghost LECTOR Pro 2020 on the other hand costs 4246$, 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.
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$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Ghost released this model in 2020, its price was 2653$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that LECTOR Essential price is 39.27% more expensive.
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.
considerably lighter than average, LECTOR Essential has a weight of 11.1 kg (24.47 lbs). To sum up, it’s 11.71% lighter than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
LECTOR Essential components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Reba fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the LECTOR Essential model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The LECTOR Essential has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.