Ghost Riot EN Essential

The "Riot EN Essential" model from Ghost, released in 2023, is a versatile mountain bike that stands out for its high-quality components and robust construction. The frame is made of aluminium and is available in size S with 27.5-inch wheels, and sizes M to XL with 29-inch wheels. The price for this model is 3,499 EUR.

The bike is fitted with a Rock Shox Yari RC fork, which offers 170 mm of travel. The rear shock, a Rock Shox Super Deluxe Coil Select R, provides 160 mm of travel for added riding comfort and control on challenging trails. The brakes are SRAM Code R disc brakes with 200 mm SRAM Centerline rotors at the front, ensuring reliable braking performance.

The drivetrain consists of a SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed system, which enables precise and smooth gear changes. The crankset is a Truvativ Descendant 6K Eagle with 32 teeth, whilst the cassette is an SRAM PG1230 with a gear range of 11–50. The bottom bracket is an SRAM DUB BSA.

For steering and handling, the bike is fitted with Ground Fiftyone handlebars, which are available in size S with a width of 760 mm and in sizes M to XL with a width of 780 mm. The stem has a diameter of 31.8 mm and a length of 45 mm, with a 6-degree angle. The grips are WTB Waffle, which provide a good grip.

The wheelsets consist of WTB ST i30 rims fitted with DT Swiss 2.0 spokes. The front hub is a Shimano HBMT400B measuring 15x110 mm, whilst the rear hub is a Shimano FHMT400B measuring 12x148 mm. The tyres are Maxxis Assegai 3C MaxxGrip Exo+ in size 2.5 (S 27.5"; MXL 29") and, at the rear, Maxxis Minion DHR II 3C MaxxTerra Double Down in size 2.4 (S 27.5"; MXL 29").

The saddle is a WTB Volt, mounted on a Ghost Alpha 1 seatpost with a diameter of 34.9 mm and a length of 125 mm (S), 150 mm (M) or 170 mm (L/XL). The saddle clamp has a diameter of 38.0 mm.

The frame geometry features a reach of 528 mm, a stack of 681 mm and a seat tube length of 489 mm. The top tube measures 685 mm in length, the head tube angle is 64 degrees and the seat tube angle is 77 degrees. The head tube is 160 mm long, the chainstays measure 455 mm and the bottom bracket is dropped by 38 mm. The standover height is 754 mm and the crank length is 170 mm. The bike’s wheelbase is 1353 mm in total.

Overall, the Riot EN Essential offers a balanced blend of stability, control and comfort, making it an attractive choice for discerning mountain bikers.