Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset GRX 800, GRX 600 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
X-Strada Gravel Premium Carbon / R-2980
Suspension Fork
X-Strada Gravel Perf. Carbon w/mountings F14
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano GRX RX812-11 shadow+
Shift Levers
Shimano GRX RX600
Cassette
Shimano Deore M5100-11 / 11-42
Crank
Shimano GRX RX600-1 40T
Chain
Shimano LG500
Wheels
Rims
Mavic ALLROAD S DISC CL 100/12TA / 622x22TSS
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano GRX RX400 hydraulic
Cockpit
Stem
KTM Team Road 8°
Handlebar
KTM TEAM Road flare 16°
Headset
Acros AICR internal 1.1/8"-1.5" angle limit
Seat
Saddle
Selle San Marco Shortfit Open Fit Wide
Seatpost
KTM Team 27.2/350
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.35 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.36 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 264 mm | 264 mm | 264 mm | 266 mm | 268 mm |
| Front Center | 621 mm | 628 mm | 634 mm | 649 mm | 664 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 77 mm | 70 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm |
| Stack | 547.2 mm | 565.1 mm | 587.7 mm | 595.3 mm | 607.5 mm |
| Reach | 404.8 mm | 414.9 mm | 423.4 mm | 435.7 mm | 446.5 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 545 mm | 565 mm | 585 mm | 605 mm | 625 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 490 mm | 520 mm | 550 mm | 570 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 71 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 125 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 170 mm | 185 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1045 mm | 1052 mm | 1058 mm | 1074 mm | 1090 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Standover Height | 762 mm | 785 mm | 810 mm | 825 mm | 832 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
X-STRADA ELITE belongs to the Ktm X Strada model. 26 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Ktm X Strada bikes models from 2023, here.
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.
Average price for General Road bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a General Road bike that is reliable is 1915$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Road bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Average weight for General Road bikes
General Road bikes weigh an average of 9 kg (19.84 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
X-STRADA ELITE weighs 8.9 kg (19.62 lbs) and is slightly lighter than the average. In conclusion, the average General Road bike weighs 1.12% more than X-STRADA ELITE.
X-STRADA ELITE components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it’s a great addition to the bike’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the X-STRADA ELITE model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The X-STRADA ELITE comes with 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, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.