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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2005 KHS Alite 500 and 2006 KHS Alite 500.
- Data limitation
Only 2006 KHS Alite 500 has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Lowest0.73:1Highest3.82:1Total range521%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2005 KHS Alite 500
2006 KHS Alite 500
Overview
Model Year
2005
2006
Brand
KHS
KHS
Model
Alite 500
Alite 500
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$349.00
$419.00
Colors
Red, Silver/Gray, Black/Blue
Flat copper, Blue
Sizes
13", 15", 17", 19", 21"
13", 15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 aluminum
7005 aluminum
Fork
Mozo Vibe R, 80mm travel
Spinner Grind 1, 70mm
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
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Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Shimano Alivio
Shifters
Shimano C102
Shimano ST-EF50
Front Derailleur
SRAM 3.0
Shimano FD-C050
Rear Derailleur
SRAM 4.0
Shimano Alivio RD-M410L
Crankset
TruVativ X-Flow, 22/32/42 teeth
Truvativ X-Flow, 42/32/22 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge
VP-BC82P cartridge
BB Shell Width
—
68mm English
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 32 - 11 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
Chain
KMC Z51, 1/2 x 3/32"
KMC Z72, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Pvc
VP-992S, resin w/steel cage w/boron axle
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro linear-pull brakes, Tektro 386A levers
Winzip mechanical disc, Ø 6" rotors brakes, Shimano ST-EF50 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" integrated
1 1/8" integrated WTB ZSS
Handlebar
Aluminum
Alloy 30mm rise
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
Aluminum threadless
TDS-C279-8 17 degree alloy 4-bolt
Saddle
KHS ATB
KHS VL-3127 D2 construction
Seatpost
Aluminum micro-adjust
Alloy micro-adjust, SP-232
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Formula disc
Alloy disc
Rims
Weinmann ZAC 19
Weinmann ZAC-19 doublewall, machined walls, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Black, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
Brass nipples
Front Tire
All-terrain
26 x 2.00" KHS
Wheel Size
—
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.