The Revelator 4000 is available with Ultegra 2x11 drivetrain or "old" Ultegra 3x10 drivetrain. As the 11-speed version is above our price target, KTM sent us the more affordable triple version. The wide gear range, which comes close to a 1:1 ratio in first gear, can be an argument that outweighs the higher weight of the triple solution. The technically good carbon frame, on which you sit in a moderately sporty position, is stable and manoeuvrable, the DT Swiss wheels are fitted with high-quality Conti tyres. In contrast, the add-on parts are somewhat inferior. The handlebars, which are very thin in the grip area, make the front of the bike look harder than necessary. The saddle with its very wide nose was rated as too hard by both testers. Points of criticism that are easy to change - the frame would have deserved it.
Price 1,999 Euro
Weight 8.0 kilos
Available in specialised shops
Reference/Info www.ktm-bikes.at
Weight frame/fork/steering bearing** 1,124/440/82 grammes
Frame sizes*** 49, 52, 55, 57, 59 cm
Seat/steering angle 74°/73,5°
Seat/top tube/head tube 570/560/173 mm plus 17 mm headset cap
Wheelbase/caster 995/52 mm
Stack/Reach/STR**** 579/393 mm/1.47
EQUIPMENT
Steering bearing Ritchey, top 1-1/8, bottom 1-1/4 inch
Brakes Shimano 105
Gearshift/bottom bracket Shimano Ultegra 10-speed (52/39/30 t., Press-Fit BB86)
Wheels/tyres DT Swiss Spline R24/Continental GrandPrix 23C
Handlebar/stem Ritchey Comp/Ritchey Comp
Saddle/post Fizik Ardea/Ritchey Comp (27.2 mm)
*The frame set accounts for 40 per cent and the equipment for 60 per cent of the overall grade. The grades are calculated with all decimal places up to the final grade; however, for the sake of clarity, all grades are given with rounded decimal places.
**Weighed weights.
***Manufacturer's specification, test size bold.
****Stack/Reach Projected vertical/horizontal dimension from the centre of the bottom bracket to the top of the head tube; STR (Stack to Reach): 1.36 means a very stretched, 1.60 an upright riding position.
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