KAYZA Alvar 4 Diamant

The 2023 KAYZA Alvar 4 Diamond model is a versatile cross bike available for 899 EUR. The bike’s frame features a classic diamond shape and measures 55 cm, providing a stable and comfortable riding position. With a maximum load capacity of 130 kg, the Alvar 4 is suitable for a wide range of riders and luggage loads.

The braking system consists of ALHONGA “HT474” components, which are used for both the brakes and the brake levers. The front brake disc is a SHIMANO “SM-RT-10” with a diameter of 180 mm, whilst the rear disc measures 160 mm, ensuring reliable braking performance. The gear system is a 24-speed SHIMANO “TX800”, which, in combination with the MICROSHIFT “TS38-8L” shifter and the SHIMANO “FD-TY710” front derailleur, offers precise and responsive gear changes.

The bike’s fork is the SUNTOUR “SF16-NEX-DS-700C” with 63 mm of travel, which effectively absorbs bumps on the trail. The crankset consists of a SHIMANO “FC-TY301” with 28/38/48-tooth chainrings and a length of 170 mm, offering a versatile gear ratio for various types of terrain. The drivetrain is completed by the KMC “Z8.1” chain.

The handlebars are CONTEC “Mito60” with a diameter of 31.8 mm and a width of 660 mm, fitted with CONTEC “MTB Straight long” grips. The stem is also from CONTEC, the “Forge” model, and measures 70 mm in length. The semi-integrated headset from GW ensures precise steering.

The rims are KAYZA hollow-section “X12”, fitted with SCHWALBE “G-ONE Bite” Performance tyres, which are characterised by their bronze sidewalls and are fitted in size 45-622 at both the front and rear. The hubs are SHIMANO “HB-TX505” at the front and “FH-TX505” at the rear, each with 32 holes and fitted with quick-release skewers.

The saddle is the CROSS “Corex” model in black, mounted on a CONTEC “Pillar” seatpost with a diameter of 27.2 mm and a length of 400 mm. In summary, the KAYZA Alvar 4 Diamant offers a good balance between performance and comfort, ideal for riders looking for a reliable and versatile bike.