The K-Uno is explicitly advertised as a marathon and long-distance racer. This is a misleading categorisation, as the riding position is quite sporty compared to other models. The second lightest frame in the test convinces with good technical values, but a lighter fork would be a good idea. The 11-speed drivetrain with 52/36 teeth at the front and a 12-29 cassette offers one of the widest gear ratios available. The equipment from Kuota's modular range is colour-coordinated with the deep black matt finish of the frame. The wheels, saddle and handlebars are top quality and contribute to the low weight. The bike accelerates correspondingly easily and the steering is agile. What is missing is a mudguard to prevent chain jamming.
Price 5,499 Euro
Weight 6.9 kilos
Available in specialised shops (modular system)
Reference/Info www.kuota-cycle.com
Weight frame/fork/steering bearing** 935/441/74 grammes
Frame sizes*** XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Seat/steering angle 73.5°/73° 530/560/169 mm plus 17 mm headset cap
Wheelbase/caster 995/51 mm
Stack/Reach/STR**** 568/392 mm/1.45
EQUIPMENT
Steering bearing No-name, top 1-1/8, bottom 1-1/2 inch
Brakes/gears/bottom bracket Campagnolo Chorus (52/36 t., Press-Fit)
Wheels/tyres Mavic Ksyrium SLS/Mavic Yksion Pro
Handlebar/stem Deda Zero 100
Saddle/post Selle Italia SLR/Kuota K-Uno (27.2 mm)
* The frame set accounts for 40 % of the overall grade, the equipment for 60 %. The grades are calculated up to the final grade with all decimal places; 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 measurement from the centre of the bottom bracket to the top of the head tube; STR (Stack to Reach): 1.4-1.5 means a sporty riding position, below that a racing position, above that a comfortable position.
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