Ghost Riot AM AL Essential 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,554$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 150mm -
Fork Fox Rhythm Float 36
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Groupset XT, SLX -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
164cm - 173cm
MD
171cm - 181cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
187cm - 196cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
RIOT AL (S:27.5 M-XL:29)
Suspension Fork
Fox 36 Float Rhythm 160 mm
Rear Shock
Fox Float X Performance 150 mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT RD-M8100 12-S
Cassette
Shimano Deore CS-M6100 10-51
Crank
Shimano SLX FC-M7100 32T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-MT800
Chain
Shimano Deore CN-M6100
Chain Guide
MRP 1x
Wheels
Rims
WTB ST i30
Tires
Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 3C MaxxTerra Exo 2.3 (S:27,5"; M-XL:29"), Rear: Maxxis Minion DHF 3C MaxxTerra Exo 2.3 (S:27,5"; M-XL:29")
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT520 203 mm Disc
Brake Levers
Shimano BL-MT501
Cockpit
Stem
Ground Fiftyone Dia. 31.8 mm
Handlebar
Ground Fiftyone Dia. 31.8 mm 760/15 (S) 780/15 (M-L) 780/40 (XL)
Grips
WTB Wafel
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Ghost Alpha 1 34.9 mm 125 (S) 150 (M) 170 (L/XL)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.348 mm | 1.297 mm | 1.315 mm | 1.274 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 327 mm | 333 mm | 333 mm | 333 mm |
| Front Center | 786 mm | 820 mm | 858 mm | 897 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 54 mm | 54 mm | 54 mm |
| Trail | 121 mm | 119 mm | 119 mm | 119 mm |
| Stack | 616 mm | 624 mm | 660 mm | 678 mm |
| Reach | 457 mm | 481 mm | 502 mm | 532 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 606 mm | 620 mm | 650 | 684 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.5 ° | 77.5 ° | 77.5 ° | 77.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 417 mm | 441 mm | 465 mm | 489 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 100 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1220 mm | 1272 mm | 1310 mm | 1349 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 28 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 164 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 173 cm | 181 cm | 189 cm | 196 cm |
About this model
Riot AM AL Essential completes the Ghost Riot model. 37 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Ghost Riot bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Ghost Riot Youth Pro 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2123$. Ghost Riot AM Full Party 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 6582$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Enduro bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Enduro bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3290$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Riot AM AL Essential price is 9.39% smaller than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The Fox Rhythm Float 36 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 160mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Fox Float X Performance 150 mm rear shock model, which has a travel of 150mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Ghost Riot AM AL Essential 2023, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 164 cm – 196 cm (5.38 ft – 6.43 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
The Ghost model is also equipped with a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.