Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 100mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Gold RL
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Groupset XT, SLX -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
29" AL 6061, Horst bearing linkage, 100mm Travel, 1.5 taper
Suspension Fork
29” Rock Shox Recon Gold TK Solo Air 100mm, Motion Control, External Rebound, Low Speed Compression to Lock, 1.5 Taper, 15Q
Rear Shock
Rock Shox Monarch RL, Solo Air, Ext Rebound, Lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT, Shadow Plus
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX
Cassette
Shimano Deore, CS-HG62-10, 11-36T, 10-speed
Crank
Shimano SLX FC-M675, 2 Pc., 38/24T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano PF92
Chain
KMC X10 W/Missing Link
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Rims
WTB Speed Disc 19, 29x32H, w/eyelets
Spokes
14G black 32X32
Tires
Maxxis Ikon 3C Maxx Speed, 120TPI Folding, Triple Compound, Tubeless Ready, 29X2.2
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M506 Hydraulic Disc, 160mm Rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano New M506, Servo Wave
Cockpit
Stem
Truvativ Stylo T20, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Truvativ Stylo T10, 680 x 20mm rise
Headset
FSA Orbit C-40-ACB, N.42/ACB, 1-1/8"-1.5" Integrated
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Comp
Seatpost
Q2 Alloy, Micro-adjust, 30.9x350mm
Model Overview
FLAGSTAFF is a Khs Flagstaff model. KHS launched 6 bikes of this model so far.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When KHS released this model in 2015, its price was 2799$. In conclusion, this bike price is 46.93% more expensive than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
FLAGSTAFF components
Fork
The FLAGSTAFF comes factory-installed with the RockShox Recon Gold RL fork. This has a travel range of 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.
Rear Shock
KHS FLAGSTAFF bike has the Rock Shox Monarch RL model installed, and has a travel of 100mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels size
The wheels on FLAGSTAFF are the 29″ aluminum type. 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The FLAGSTAFF has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.