Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCR 32
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Groupset X5, SRAM -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
27.5"/29” 650B Hardtail 6061 Aluminum, Custom Drawn Tubing, IS Disc Brake Mount,
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCR 32 LO-R DS 27.5"/29”, 100mm Travel, Hydraulic Lock-Out, Rebound Adjust
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
SRAM X5 Trigger, 27 Speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-920 11-36T
Crank
SRAM S600 22/33/44T, 3X9 with Power Spline
Chain
KMC Z-99
Wheels
Front Hub
Crucial Alloy Disc w/ QR
Rear Hub
Crucial Alloy Disc Cassette w/ QR
Spokes
Stainless 14G Black w/ 2 Painted At P/V
Tires
Kenda Small Black-8, 27.5”/29”x 2.1", P/V, Wire 3O TPI
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Draco Hydraulic Disc 180mm Rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Crucial Forged Aluminum Four Bolt Clamp, 31.8mm Bar Bore
Handlebar
Crucial Aluminum Flat, 9 Deg Sweep, 680mm Length, 31.8mm Bar Bore
Grips
Velo Dual Compound Single Clamp Silver
Headset
VP- Z104PE Semi Cartridge 1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
Crucial/Velo Padded MTB
Seatpost
Crucial Alloy Micro Adjust 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LRG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 639 mm | 664 mm | 689 mm | 709 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 567 mm | 592 mm | 617 mm | 637 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 430 mm | 480 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1066 mm | 1091 mm | 1116 mm | 1137 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
Brass Monkey 2 – 27.5 completes the K2 Brass model. K2 released 12 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2015, by clicking on this link.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality 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.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour XCR 32 model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, K2 Brass Monkey 2 – 27.5 2015, has a 27.5″ model. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Brass Monkey 2 – 27.5 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, these are ideal for anyone.