Ghost Lector SF Essential 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,669$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Fox Performance Float 34
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Groupset SLX, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 165cm
SM
163cm - 173cm
MD
171cm - 181cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
187cm - 197cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
LECTOR LC
Suspension Fork
Fox 34 Float SC Performance Remote 100 mm (XS-M) 120 mm (L-XL)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX RD-M7100 12-S
Cassette
Shimano Deore CS-M6100 10-51
Crank
Shimano FC-MT511 32T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-MT800
Chain
Shimano Deore CN-M6100
Wheels
Rims
WTB ST Light i25
Tires
Front: Schwalbe Racing Ralph Performance 29x2.25, Rear: Schwalbe Racing Ralph Performance 29x2.25
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX BR-M7000 / BR-M7110 180/160 mm Disc
Brake Levers
Shimano BL-M7100
Cockpit
Stem
Ground Fiftyone Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
Ground Fiftyone Dia. 31.8 mm 700 mm (XS) 720 mm (S) 740 mm (M-L) 760 mm (XL)
Grips
WTB Trail II
Seat
Saddle
Selle Italia SLS
Seatpost
GND 51 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 | 1.28 mm | 1.28 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm |
| Front Center | 686 mm | 720 mm | 755 mm | 790 mm | 825 mm |
| Rake | 56 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 54 mm |
| Trail | 91 mm | 92 mm | 92 mm | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Stack | 592 mm | 592 mm | 592 mm | 628 mm | 656 mm |
| Reach | 400 mm | 435 mm | 470 mm | 490 mm | 514 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 575 mm | 610 mm | 645 mm | 676 mm | 708 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 393 mm | 417 mm | 441 mm | 465 mm | 489 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm | 110 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1101 mm | 1135 mm | 1170 mm | 1207 mm | 1242 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 673 mm | 693 mm | 713 mm | 738 mm | 763 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 165 cm | 173 cm | 181 cm | 189 cm | 197 cm |
About this model
Lector SF Essential belongs to the Ghost Lector model. Ghost released 59 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Ghost Lector bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Ghost Lector LC 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2335$. Ghost Lector FS SF World Cup 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 10617$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3397$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Lector SF Essential price is 78.32% higher than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Lector SF Essential components
Fork
This bike has the Fox Performance Float 34 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. 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
When leaving the production line, the Lector SF 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, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Ghost Lector SF Essential has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Ghost Lector SF Essential bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 156 cm – 197 cm (5.12 ft – 6.46 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.