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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 2004 KHS Alite 500.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
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
2004 KHS Alite 500
Overview
Model Year
2005
2004
Brand
KHS
KHS
Model
Alite 500
Alite 500
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$349.00
$359.00
Colors
Red, Silver/Gray, Black/Blue
Black/Blue, Red, Silver
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, double-butted
Fork
Mozo Vibe R, 80mm travel
Mozo Vibe R, 80mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Aluminum, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano C102
Shimano ST-EF29 EZ Fire STI
Front Derailleur
SRAM 3.0
Shimano C102
Rear Derailleur
SRAM 4.0
Shimano Alivio
Crankset
TruVativ X-Flow, 22/32/42 teeth
Shimano TX71
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge
VP-B33 cartridge
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 32 - 11 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC Z51, 1/2 x 3/32"
KMC Z72, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Pvc
Pvc
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro linear-pull brakes, Tektro 386A levers
Tektro linear-pull brakes, Shimano levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" integrated
1 1/8" threadless
Handlebar
Aluminum
Aluminum, rise
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Aluminum threadless
Aluminum threadless
Saddle
KHS ATB
KHS ATB
Seatpost
Aluminum micro-adjust
Aluminum micro-adjust
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Formula disc
Formula aluminum disc, Q/R
Rims
Weinmann ZAC 19
Weinmann Zac 19, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
Brass nipples
Brass nipples
Front Tire
All-terrain
26 x 2.00" all terrain
Wheel Size
—
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.