The basis for KTM's "105" racer is a carbon frame manufactured using the tube-to-tube process, which has quite decent technical values. Only the comfort of the fork and seat post could be a little better. There is nothing to criticise in terms of workmanship, and the intelligent cable routing on the head tube is very well designed. There is hardly any reason to criticise the equipment either: high-quality DT Swiss wheels, a complete "105" groupset and stable, albeit heavy, Ritchey components guarantee good function and high mileage. The top tyres from Schwalbe, which are not a matter of course in this price range, must be emphasised, as they make a significant contribution to the bike being a lot of fun to ride. In view of the good equipment, the price is acceptable. Other paint finishes are not offered.
Price 1,899 euros
Weight 8.2 kilos
Reference/Info www.ktm-bikes.at
Weight frame/fork/headset bearing* 1,250/454/72 g
Frame sizes** 49, 52, 55, 57, 59 cm
Seat/steering angle 73.5/73°
Seat/top/head tube 528/560/162 mm plus 5 mm headset cap
Wheelbase/caster 990/56 mm
Stack/Reach/STR*** 567/395 mm/1.44
Equipment
Fork KTM
Steering bearing Ritchey, 1-1/8 inch
Brakes/gears/bottom bracket Shimano 105 (50/34 t.)
Wheels/tyres DT Swiss R 1800/Schwalbe Ultremo ZX
Handlebar/stem Ritchey Comp
Saddle/post Fizik Pavé Sport/Ritchey Comp (31.6 mm)
*Weighted weights; **Manufacturer's specification, test size greased; ***Stack/reach: projected vertical/horizontal measurement from centre of bottom bracket to top edge of headset cap; STR (stack to reach): Values from 1.45 to 1.55 indicate a sporty riding position, values below are race-like, above are comfortable
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