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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2006 KHS Flite 500 and 2004 KHS Flite 500.
- Gearing
2004 KHS Flite 500 has a 38% lower climbing ratio than 2006 KHS Flite 500.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest1.92:1Highest4.55:1Total range236%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×23; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest1.20:1Highest4.33:1Total range361%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×23; 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
2006 KHS Flite 500
2004 KHS Flite 500
Overview
Model Year
2006
2004
Brand
KHS
KHS
Model
Flite 500
Flite 500
Bicycle Type
Road race & triathlon
Road race & triathlon
Original MSRP
$929.00
$999.00
Colors
Blood red, Silver
Black/Red, Yellow/Black
Sizes
S, M, L, XL, XXL
S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 aluminum
Aluminum, butted
Fork
Khs
Khs
Fork Material
Carbon with cr-mo steerer
Carbon fiber w/chromoly steerer, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano 105
Road Mix
Shifters
Shimano Tiagra STI Dual Control
Shimano Tiagra STI Dual Control
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra
Shimano Tiagra
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shimano Ultegra GS
Crankset
Truvativ Touro, 50/36, 7075AL 50T chainring teeth
TruVativ Elita, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Truvativ Power Spline
TruVativ ISIS cartridge, 118.5mm spindle
BB Shell Width
68mm English
68mm English
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 26 teeth
9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
Chain
KMC Z9000, 1/2 x 3/32"
KMC Z9000, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Alloy w/toe clips & straps
Clipless
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro 423AG dual pivot brakes, Shimano Tiagra STI Dual Control levers
Shimano Sora Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Tiagra STI Dual Control levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" integrated FSA Orbit IS-2
1 1/8" threadless WTB
Handlebar
Alloy drop
3T T.H.E.
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Alloy AS-601
Aluminum, adjustable
Saddle
Selle San Marco SKN
Selle Italia XO Trans Am
Seatpost
Alloy micro-adjust SP-232
Kalloy micro-adjust
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano R500
Formula aluminum, Q/R
Rims
Shimano R500 wheel set, 20-hole/24-hole
Sun Rims MZ-14, 32-hole
Spokes
Shimano stainless steel, straight gauge
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke Nipples
—
Brass nipples
Front Tire
700 x 23c Kenda Kontender, 60TPI
700 x 23c Kenda Koncept
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.