Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset X0, X1 -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
27.5"/29” 650B Hardtail HM Carbon, 1.5 Tapered Steerer, Post Brake Mount, Internal Cable Routing, Carbon Drop-Out, PF30, Replaceable Hanger
Suspension Fork
SRAM/Rock Shox Reba RLT 27.5"/29” Solo Air, 100mm Travel, External Rebound &
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
SRAM XO 11 Spd Right Shifter
Cassette
SRAM XG1180 X0 10-42T 11 Spd
Crank
SRAM X1 X-Sync, 34T
Bottom Bracket
PF30, press-fit
Chain
SRAM PC-XX1 11 Spd
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM Roam 40 QR15 Wheelset
Rear Hub
SRAM Roam 40 XD Driver Wheelset
Spokes
SRAM Roam 40 Wheelset
Tires
Kenda Small Black-8, 27.5”/29”x 2.1", P/V, Folding 6O TPI
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide RS Hydraulic, 160mm Rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Crank Bros Cobalt 3, 6 Deg
Handlebar
Crank Bros Cobalt 3 Flat, 700mm, 31,8mm Bar Bore
Grips
Velo Dual Compound Single Clamp Silver
Headset
Kore Integrated 1.5" Tapered
Seat
Saddle
Fizik - Nisine Mg, Black
Seatpost
Crank Brothers Cobalt 3 20mm Off-Set
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LRG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm |
| Front Center | 622 mm | 641 mm | 638 mm | 676 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 567 mm | 587 mm | 607 mm | 627 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 440 mm | 490 mm | 540 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1059 mm | 1078 mm | 1074 mm | 1113 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
Brass Monkey 6 – 27.5 is a K2 Brass model. K2 launched 12 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all K2 Brass bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Brass Monkey 6 – 27.5 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Reba model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Brass Monkey 6 – 27.5 bike is equipped with the 27.5″ model. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. K2 Brass Monkey 6 – 27.5 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.