Ghost Kato Fs 5 2017 Specs

We also include helpful tools, such as our frame size calculator, to assist you in choosing the right mountain bike. Bear in mind that these tools serve as a guide and simply provide a general indication. Refer to information provided by your bike manufacturer for the most applicable information for your bike.

Carbon frames may have been previously damaged, but have been professionally repaired and are structurally sound. Handlebars, stem, derailleurs, and levers show moderate scuffing or scratches, and the saddle might have slight tears. If the bike has suspension, those components will have scratches and scuffs. While these bikes have been ridden, they remain in excellent condition. Frame and wheels show slight signs of wear with only minor scuffs and scratches — no paint chipping.

Ghost Kato FS 5 27.5” Medium

We could understand skimping on one or two of these features in the name of affordability, but this component selection is head scratching. That’s unfortunate, because these product miscues undercut the performance of what’s an otherwise nice handling bike. It has been ridden a ton and has normal noises and scratches that usually come with age. I have taken great care of this bike since I got it in 2018. Browse other Mountain Bikes Free shipping on orders over $50 (contiguous U.S. only).

The drivetrain shows light wear but the derailleurs, shifters, and levers have not sustained any damage. The cockpit has light wear, primarily on the grips or handlebar tape. Bikes with suspension components have minor scuffs and scratches on the fork legs and shock, and the stanchions are immaculate. We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information for mountain bikes on MTB Database.

Ghost Kato FS 5 Mountain Bike – 2017, Medium

Tyres, bars, seat and pedals are all very much a personal choice, so whatever a new bike comes equipped with here is going to be wrong for a lot of riders. Still, I quite agree that there’s no excuse for a QR rear axle and lack of dropper post. At least the latter can be upgraded easily, but a QR-to-10 mm thru-axle upgrade could be trickier, even assuming the hub allows it. Kato goes full suspension – the proven, head-strong Kato geometry has been reinvented as a full-suspension touring mountain bike. While this mtb climbs almost as well as its hardtail relatives, the suspension elements with 130mm make the descent a pure pleasure. Solid equipment make the Kato FS a first-class bike for beginners and advanced riders who want to do easy tours and after-work laps in the forest.

A big, slim front wheel and a small, wide rear wheel guarantee great directional stability, low rolling resistance, maximum traction and power transmission at the rear. “Tires are one of the cheapest ways to improve overall handling. Replacing these mini [2.25] tires with 2.3 rubber made a world of difference.” Interestingly all 7 of the REI analysis rate this bike 5 Stars. However, the Ghost Kato does offer something few other brands can – the REI experience. If you’re an REI member, you’ll receive an end of the year dividend. You’ll also receive one free tune-up within six months of purchase.

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The 2017 Ghost Kato 5 AL is a Trail and Cross Country Aluminium / Alloy mountain bike. It is priced at €899 EUR, comes in a range of sizes, including S, M, L, XL, has RockShox suspension and a Shimano drivetrain. The bike is part of Ghost’s KATO range of mountain bikes. The 2017 Ghost Kato FS 5 AL is a Trail and Cross Country Aluminium / Alloy mountain bike. It is priced at €1,999 EUR, comes in a range of sizes, including XS, S, M, L, XL, has Fox suspension and a Shimano drivetrain. It may not have the slack head angle or some geometry that your looking for, so if it doesn’t fit your needs–go elsewhere–it’s real simple.

These bicycles are good as new, often built right out of the box from the manufacturer. Original stickers, parts, and accessories are included. The frame and wheels might have minor blemishes or scuffs from transportation or showroom display. Drivetrain, levers, cockpit, and suspension are in new condition.

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Our optimized FEM frames have been improved with complex calculations down to the last detail. The resulting, seemingly simple solutions are much more complex than they appear. The tailoring of any bike is an important step in the long term enjoyment of riding and it can take time to adjust to the fit of a new bike. All contact points can be changed and altered for personal preference, performance, and comfort. The chart below provides a general suggested range of heights and is not exact.

The condition chart’s Overall Rating is the average of those individual components, helping you tell how much overall wear a bike has. Along with the condition chart, look closely at the bike’s detail images, which highlight any wear or damage. The latest on mountain bikes delivered straight to your mailbox. On paper, the Kato FS 5 offers an extraordinary value proposition. Currently selling for under $2000, it comes equipped with a full Shimano XT drivetrain and Fox suspension.

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There are moments when you slow down by speeding up. For example, when you climb onto our cross bikes and glide on fast 28-inch cross tyres out of the city and into nature. Head for the cycle path or the forest road and you’ll have shifted down a gear and switched off in no time. Our Cross models are carefree, sporty bikes with many well-designed features, a balanced geometry and comfortable solutions – offering sensational value for money.

We’re used to seeing a 135mm axle at the rear at this price in a nod to cost cutting, but a 130mm fork with tapered steerer but no 15mm axle is an anachronism. We do not sell bikes that we rate lower than 6 on the condition scale. For example, this includes bikes with major dents, carbon fiber damage, excessive drivetrain wear, and/or moderate to significant suspension component wear.

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On the dealer page, you will see the available models. Please also contact the dealer directly to find out if your dream bike is available today. Bikes featuring this symbol provide plenty of space for a bottle. If your dealer doesn’t have the bike on stock, the availability can be checked.

I like this bike, I’m proud to have it in my stable. It works for me and that’s all that freakin’ matters. I would like to hear about other tires that you may have tried & the maximum width you have found that works. Compare prices, components, suspension, analysis, images and more on current and past MTB’s. You can even share feedbacks, comments and questions on mountain bikes.

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Bikes in this range are well-loved and have moderate wear. While the frame and wheels will have cosmetic scuffs, scratches, and/or paint loss, they will not be structurally damaged. Aluminum, steel, and titanium frames may have minor dents.

Sorry, this GHOST Kato FS 5 AL Mountain Bike – 2017, Medium has been sold.

The 2019 Ghost Kato FS 5.7 AL comes in sizes S, M, L, XL. After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Ghost Kato FS 5.7 AL size for your height. Neat touches include pivot bolts with visible torque settings and that Fox Float CTD rear shock – a comparatively rare sight on a full-susser at this price. Ghost hasn’t tried to reinvent the wheel – or even the full-suspension trail bike – with the Kato, which marries elegantly curved hydroformed tubes to a classic four-bar rear end. The low pivot point, Horst Link style chainstay pivots and rocker-driven, vertically-mounted shock are all straight out of the How To Build a Full-Suspension Bike book. It’s a tried, tested and trusted system that’s been around, in one form or another, for more than 20 years now.