Niner RLT 9 – 5-Star Ultegra 2019
2019 Road
Estimate price |
4,600$
Weight | 9.1 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Niner hydroformed and welded aluminum
Suspension Fork
NINER FULL CARBON RDO FORK W/RACK MOUNTS, 15MM x 100MM THRU AXLE (M15x1.5Px125L)
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO ULTEGRA RX800 GS 11SP SHADOW PLUS
Front Derailleur
SHIMANO ULTEGRA R8000
Shift Levers
SHIMANO ULTEGRA R8020 11SP
Cassette
SHIMANO ULTEGRA HG800 11SP 11-34T
Crank
SHIMANO ULTEGRA R8000 50X34T
Bottom Bracket
PRESTINE THREAD-TOGETHER PF30 TO 24MM ALLOY
Chain
SHIMANO HG 701 11SP
Wheels
Rims
STANS NOTUBES GRAIL CB7, NEO ULTIMATE HUB CL 100X15MM FRONT
Tires
SCHWALBE G-ONE EVO SS, FOLDING, 700 X 38
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO ULTEGRA R8070 HYDRAULIC
Brake Levers
SHIMANO ULTEGRA R8020
Disk Rotors
SHIMANO RT800 140/140MM CL ROTORS
Cockpit
Stem
NINER RDO STEM, NINER GRAPHIC
Handlebar
EASTON EA50 AX
Grips
NINER BAR TAPE
Headset
NINER INTEGRATED SHIS DESCRIPTION IS42/28.6|IS52/40
Seat
Saddle
NINER CUSTOM WITH CRN-TI RAILS, EMBOSSED NINER GRAPHIC
Seatpost
NINER CARBON SEAT POST, 400MM, NINER GRAPHIC
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 47cm | 50cm | 53cm | 56cm | 59cm | 62cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
RLT 9 – 5-Star Ultegra is a Niner Rlt model. 122 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2019 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Niner RLT 9 Apex – 1-star Apex 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1650$. On the other hand, Niner RLT 9 RDO – 5-Star Ultegra 2019, is the most expensive and costs 5500$.
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 Gravel bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Gravel bike is 2462$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Gravel bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Niner released this model in 2019, its price was 4600$. If we compare this with the average Gravel bike cost we notice that the price is 86.84% more expensive.
Gravel bikes average weight
Gravel bikes weigh an average of 8.13 kg (17.92 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.
considerably heavier than average, RLT 9 – 5-Star Ultegra has a weight of 9.1 kg (20.06 lbs). To sum up, it’s 11.93% heavier than the average weight of Gravel bikes.
RLT 9 – 5-Star Ultegra components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, 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 size
When leaving the production line, the RLT 9 – 5-Star Ultegra 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.