Compared to the previous 26-inch version, the frame geometry has also changed a lot. The bottom bracket has been drastically lowered and, at just 325 millimetres, ensures an extremely low centre of gravity. However, this also increases the risk of unintentional pedal contact when cranking. For € 2999, Ghost has fitted a complete XT drivetrain and brakes as well as Fox suspension. On closer inspection, however, there are still weak points to be discovered. Cheap headset, Reverb with external cable and much more serious for the riding experience: thin Schwalbe Nobby Nic tyres with less grippy PaceStar rubber. The tyres and the rather high front end made for somewhat stilted, nervous handling on the rocky trails on the Lago. Uphill, the high weight and pedal kickback on the small tyre put the brakes on.
ConclusionThe unsuitable choice of tyres and the high weight reduce the potential of the otherwise inconspicuous, great enduro bike.
PLUS High-quality drivetrain and brakes, rigid frame
MINUS Extremely low bottom bracket, puncture-prone tyres with little grip, high weight due to heavy frame and fork, high front, classic headset with open ball cage, pedal kickback on small chainring
The alternative
The Cagua 6551 E:i costs 3499 euros and offers an electronically controlled Rock Shox Monarch damper with automatic platform function with comparable equipment.
