GHOSTÂ Kato 5 27.5/29 Bike - 2017
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Built to help you fly down singletrack, the Kato 5 bike from GHOST features a full Shimano drivetrain and plush front suspension. Sizes S/M roll on 27.5 in. wheels; L/XL are 29ers.
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Fork Travel
100 millimeters
Number of Gears
20
- Hydroformed aluminum frame is stiff and strong for agility and durability
- Steep seat tube angle creates an efficient riding position for climbs
- Rock Shox 30 Silver TK SA suspension fork offers 100mm of travel
- Full Shimano 2x10 speed drivetrain offers 20 capable gear combinations
- Shimano hydraulic disc brakes provide powerful, controlled deceleration
- Michelin Country Race'R 2.1"-wide tires offer great speed and control for any trail conditions
- REI is proud to be the exclusive U.S. retailer of GHOST brand bikes
- NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability
Imported.
This bike comes with Coast to Coast Support, which includes:
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
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New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
| Best Use | Mountain Biking |
|---|---|
| Mountain Bike Style | Cross-country |
| Frame | Kato alloy HT |
| Bike Suspension | Front Suspension |
| Fork | RockShox 30 Silver TK SA 100 mm |
| Fork Travel | 100 millimeters |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore 36-22 |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT 10-Speed |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano CS-HG50 11-36 |
| Number of Gears | 20 |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Brakes | Shimano 315 hydraulic Disc 160 mm |
| Brake Levers | Shimano 315 hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | ALEX TD19 |
| Front Hub | Shimano HB-RM 35 QR |
| Rear Hub | Shimano FH-RM 35 QR |
| Tires | Michelin Country Race'R 27.5/29x2.10 |
| Tire Width | 1 inch |
| Handlebar Shape | Riser Bar |
| Handlebar | GHOST Low Rizer 720 mm |
| Stem | GHOST AS GH2 31.8 mm |
| Seat Post | GHOST light DC1 31.6 mm |
| Saddle | GHOST VL-1353 |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG54 |
| Weight | 29 lbs. 12 oz. |
| Bike Weight | Weight provided is that of the as-sold median size (or the average of two median sizes). |
| Gender | Unisex |
GHOST Bikes (109721, 144024, 109590)
| S (27.5 in) | M (27.5 IN) | L (29 in) | XL (29 in) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | 5'1"-5'6" | 5'5"-5'11" | 5'10"-6'3" | 6'1-6'7" |
| Reach | 411 | 423 | 412 | 420 |
| Stack | 592 | 600 | 645 | 655 |
| Effective Top Tube | 585 | 600 | 610 | 620 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 420 | 460 | 500 | 540 |
| Standover Height | 695 | 727 | 760 | 790 |
| Head Tube Length | 110 | 120 | 130 | 140 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 69 | 69 | 70 | 70 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 74 | 74 | 73 | 73 |
| Bottom Bracket Height | -48 | -48 | -65 | -65 |
| Wheelbase | 1100 | 1120 | 1115 | 1125 |
| Chainstay | 435 | 435 | 445 | 445 |
Sizing Notes
All measurements are stated in millimeters or degrees unless otherwise indicated.
How we measure bikes
- Standover Height Standover Height is a measurement from the ground to the top of the top tube, measured at the midpoint of the top tube.
- Reach Reach is the horizontal distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured at head tube level.
- Stack Stack is the vertical distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured to the top of the head tube.
- Effective Top Tube Effective top tube is the distance from the center of the head tube to the center of the seat tube/seat post, measured parallel to the ground.
- Seat Tube Center to Top Seat Tube length is the measurement of the seat tube, from the center of the cranks to the top of the seat tube.
- Head Tube Length Head Tube Length is measured from the bottom to the top of the head tube.
- Head Tube Angle Head Tube Angle is the acute angle between the head tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike)
- Seat Tube Angle Seat Tube Angle is the acute angle between the seat tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike).
- Bottom Bracket Height Bottom Bracket Height is a measurement taken vertically from the ground up to the center of the cranks.
- Wheelbase Wheelbase is the measurement from the center of the front axle to the center of the rear axle.
- Chainstay Length Chainstay Length is the measurement from the center of the cranks to the center of the rear axle.
- Fork Offset Fork Offset, or rake, is the distance from the front axle to a line drawn parallel to the center of the head tube or steering axis.