Ghost Kato Universal 29 AL

The "Kato Universal 29 AL" model from the Ghost brand, released in 2023, is a versatile mountain bike available for €829. The frame is made of robust aluminium (ALUMINIUM KATO AL) and contributes to a total weight of 15 kg. The bike’s maximum load capacity is 120 kg.

The bike is fitted with high-quality Tektro HDM275 180 mm disc brakes, which ensure reliable braking power. The brake levers are also from Tektro and help ensure precise control. A Tektro TR18035 brake disc is fitted at the front.

The Kato Universal 29 AL’s drivetrain consists of a Shimano Alivio RDM3100 9-speed rear derailleur and a Shimano Altus FDM370 front derailleur, offering a total of 27 gears. The Rock Shox Judy TK R fork, with 100 mm of travel, ensures a comfortable ride on uneven terrain.

The bike is fitted with FPD NW91K pedals, and the bottom bracket is a BBThun. The crankset is a Shimano FCMT101 443222, and the cassette is a Shimano CSHG2009 1136. Power is transmitted via a KMC X9 chain.

The handlebars are Ground Fiftyone, with a diameter of 31.8 mm and a width of 720 mm, ensuring stable and comfortable handling. The grips are specifically designed for MTB, and the stem is 50 mm long with a 9-degree angle.

The front and rear rims are Rodi Excalibur XC19, and the spokes are Sapim 2.0. The tyres are Mitas Ocelot in size 29x2.35, fitted to both the front and rear. The front and rear hubs are Shimano HBTX505 QR 100 mm and Shimano FHTX505 QR 135 mm respectively.

The saddle is a Selle Italia XBase, mounted on a GHOST SP DC1 seatpost with a diameter of 30.9 mm. The seatpost clamp is a GHOST XC 68 with a diameter of 34.9 mm.

Other key dimensions and angles of the bike are: a reach of 392 mm, a stack of 613 mm, a seat tube length of 400 mm, a top tube length of 575 mm, a head tube angle of 68 degrees, a seat tube angle of 74 degrees, a head tube length of 105 mm, a chainstay length of 450 mm, a bottom bracket drop of 60 mm, a top tube height of 715 mm, a crank length of 170 mm and a wheelbase of 1112 mm.

The Kato Universal 29 AL therefore offers solid specifications and well-thought-out geometry for riders looking for a reliable mountain bike suitable for a variety of uses.