Niner RLT 9 STEEL – 4-Star Ultegra 2019
2019 Road
Estimate price |
3,950$
Weight | 10.3 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Reynolds 853 steel, welded, 12x142 thru axle, rack, fender and accessory mounts.
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
68MM PF30 BB SHELL (ADAPTORS REQUIRED FOR BSA TYPE BBs)
Chain
SHIMANO HG 701 11SP
Wheels
Rims
12x142mm
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 ALLOY STEM, NINER GRAPHIC
Handlebar
EASTON EA50 AX
Grips
NINER BAR TAPE
Headset
NINER INTERNAL ZS SHIS DESCRIPTION ZS44/28.6|ZS56/40
Seat
Saddle
NINER CUSTOM WITH CR-MO 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 |
Model Overview
RLT 9 STEEL – 4-Star Ultegra completes the Niner Rlt model. Niner released 122 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Niner Rlt bikes models from 2019, by clicking here.
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
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Gravel bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Gravel bike that is reliable is 2462$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Gravel bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2019 for 3950$. Comparing this to the average Gravel bike price, we see that the price is 60.44% higher.
Gravel bikes average weight
Gravel bikes weigh an average of 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Niner RLT 9 STEEL – 4-Star Ultegra it’s weighing 10.3 kg (22.71 lbs). At this weight, is much heavier than average. In short, the average Gravel bike weight is 26.69% lower than this one.
RLT 9 STEEL – 4-Star Ultegra components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the RLT 9 STEEL – 4-Star Ultegra model has 700c aluminum wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.